1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2007 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2007 Toyota Sequoia is newer by 48 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 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (274 HP) has 227 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 210 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 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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, 2007 Toyota Sequoia (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 349 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Sequoia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2007 Toyota Sequoia 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. 2007 Toyota Sequoia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2007 Toyota Sequoia | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Appia | Sequoia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 274 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 426 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
