1956 Lancia Appia vs. 1970 Nissan Cedric
To start off, 1970 Nissan Cedric is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Nissan Cedric is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Nissan Cedric (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Nissan Cedric should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Nissan Cedric weights approximately 430 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1970 Nissan Cedric (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Nissan Cedric will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Appia | 1970 Nissan Cedric | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Appia | Cedric |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
