1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2005 Toyota Highlander is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Highlander (230 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 175 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 825 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Toyota Highlander (328 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2005 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Lancia | Toyota |
| Model | Appia | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 328 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 92.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1630 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 73 L |
