1956 Lancia Appia vs. 2003 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 47 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 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 991 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.
Because 2003 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Rexton (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Appia | 2003 SsangYong Rexton | |
Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
Model | Appia | Rexton |
Year Released | 1956 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |