1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Saturn Outlook
To start off, 2010 Saturn Outlook 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 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Saturn Outlook is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Saturn Outlook (288 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 236 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Saturn Outlook should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Saturn Outlook weights approximately 790 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 Saturn Outlook 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, 2010 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook (366 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Saturn Outlook will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2010 Saturn Outlook 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 Saturn Outlook will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2010 Saturn Outlook | |
| Make | Lancia | Saturn |
| Model | Appia | Outlook |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3564 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1990 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3030 mm |
