1956 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Nissan Hardbody
To start off, 2005 Nissan Hardbody is newer by 49 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 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Hardbody is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (155 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Hardbody should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Hardbody weights approximately 635 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, 2005 Nissan Hardbody (209 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Hardbody will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Appia | 2005 Nissan Hardbody | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Appia | Hardbody |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2663 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1495 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
