1953 Lancia Appia vs. 2004 Lexus LS
To start off, 2004 Lexus LS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,293 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Lexus LS (278 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 241 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Lexus LS weights approximately 999 kg more than 1953 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2004 Lexus LS (434 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia. 2004 Lexus LS has automatic transmission and 1953 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1953 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Lexus LS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Lancia Appia | 2004 Lexus LS | |
| Make | Lancia | Lexus |
| Model | Appia | LS |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 4293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 278 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.4:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1812 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2930 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 84 L |
