1956 Lancia Appia vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 57 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 5,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (380 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 337 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 1010 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 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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, 2013 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1956 Lancia Appia | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Lancia | Jaguar |
Model | Appia | XJ |
Year Released | 1956 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 5000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 380 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5252 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3157 mm |