1953 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2011 Jaguar XJ is newer by 58 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Jaguar XJ (271 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 234 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 983 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, 2011 Jaguar XJ (600 Nm) has 530 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm). This means 2011 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia. 2011 Jaguar XJ 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. 2011 Jaguar XJ will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Lancia Appia | 2011 Jaguar XJ | |
| Make | Lancia | Jaguar |
| Model | Appia | XJ |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 600 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1796 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 5127 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1456 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 3157 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 82 L |
