1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2003 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2003 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 44 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (138 HP) has 91 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 590 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 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2003 Nissan X-Trail (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2003 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Appia | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
