1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 51 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 1132 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 2008 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 258 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia. 2008 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Appia | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 86.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.5:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 177 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2830 mm |
