1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Saab 05-Sep
To start off, 2010 Saab 05-Sep is newer by 51 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 2,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saab 05-Sep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (300 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saab 05-Sep weights approximately 1028 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 2010 Saab 05-Sep is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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, 2010 Saab 05-Sep (400 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 323 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Saab 05-Sep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2010 Saab 05-Sep 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. 2010 Saab 05-Sep will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2010 Saab 05-Sep | |
| Make | Lancia | Saab |
| Model | Appia | 05-Sep |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 300 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 400 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1850 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1928 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5009 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1867 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1466 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2837 mm |
