1956 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 770 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 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Appia | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Appia | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
