1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2009 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 52 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 4,806 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (399 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 356 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 490 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 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2009 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 423 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Cayenne will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Appia | 2009 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Lancia | Porsche |
Model | Appia | Cayenne |
Year Released | 1957 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 4806 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 399 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1350 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |