1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Nissan Murano
To start off, 2010 Nissan Murano is newer by 50 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Murano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Murano (265 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Murano weights approximately 958 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 1960 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Murano, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Nissan Murano (336 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Murano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Appia | 2010 Nissan Murano | |
Make | Lancia | Nissan |
Model | Appia | Murano |
Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 265 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1858 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4788 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2824 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 82 L |