1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Nissan X-Trail
To start off, 2010 Nissan X-Trail is newer by 49 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Nissan X-Trail is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan X-Trail (169 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan X-Trail should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan X-Trail weights approximately 1527 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.
Because 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2010 Nissan X-Trail 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, 2010 Nissan X-Trail (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan X-Trail will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2010 Nissan X-Trail | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Appia | X-Trail |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 169 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.6:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 191 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 2316 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 65 L |
