1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 48 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 5,552 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 255 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Because 2009 Nissan Pathfinder is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2009 Nissan Pathfinder (526 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 439 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder has automatic transmission and 1961 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1961 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Nissan Pathfinder will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2009 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Appia | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 526 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |
