1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1317 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Rodius is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Rodius 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, 2005 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia. 2005 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1960 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1960 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 2005 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
| Model | Appia | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2217 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3010 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
