1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is newer by 52 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 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Chairman W is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (247 HP) has 200 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2011 SsangYong Chairman W (343 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W 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. 2011 SsangYong Chairman W will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2011 SsangYong Chairman W | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Appia | Chairman W |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 247 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1895 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1495 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2970 mm |
