1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2006 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2006 Nissan Xterra is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Nissan Xterra (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 213 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 456 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Nissan Xterra 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, 2006 Nissan Xterra (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Appia | 2006 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Appia | Xterra |
Year Released | 1957 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 3950 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 385 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 98 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1296 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |