1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 2,374 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (160 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander weights approximately 750 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 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander (220 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Outlander 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 Outlander | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Appia | Outlander |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2374 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
