1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2013 Jaguar XJ
To start off, 2013 Jaguar XJ is newer by 53 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 2,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Jaguar XJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jaguar XJ (335 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jaguar XJ weights approximately 950 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 2013 Jaguar XJ is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Jaguar XJ 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 Jaguar XJ (450 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 362 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Jaguar XJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Appia | 2013 Jaguar XJ | |
Make | Lancia | Jaguar |
Model | Appia | XJ |
Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 335 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 450 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5127 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2105 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1456 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3032 mm |