1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 50 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (266 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 223 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 582 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 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (391 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 314 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Appia | Pathfinder |
Year Released | 1959 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3953 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 266 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 391 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1442 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |