1953 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 52 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1038 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.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rexton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2005 SsangYong Rexton (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Lancia Appia | 2005 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Appia | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
