1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2013 Scion xD
To start off, 2013 Scion xD is newer by 54 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 1,798 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Scion xD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Scion xD (126 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Scion xD should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Scion xD weights approximately 258 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 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD 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, 2013 Scion xD (169 Nm @ 4440 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Scion xD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2013 Scion xD 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. 2013 Scion xD will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2013 Scion xD | |
| Make | Lancia | Scion |
| Model | Appia | xD |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1798 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 126 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 169 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4440 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1725 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2460 mm |
