1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2008 Nissan Xterra
To start off, 2008 Nissan Xterra is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Xterra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Xterra (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Xterra should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Xterra weights approximately 1541 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Nissan Xterra is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Nissan Xterra (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 304 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Xterra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 2008 Nissan Xterra | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Appia | Xterra |
Year Released | 1958 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3954 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 261 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 381 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 2405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |