1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is newer by 46 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 3,835 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor weights approximately 830 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 1959 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor (346 Nm) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2005 Mitsubishi Endeavor | |
Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Appia | Endeavor |
Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3835 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 225 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 346 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1780 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2760 mm |