1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 965 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2001 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Appia | Musso |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
