1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,489 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (240 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 193 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Pathfinder weights approximately 856 kg more than 1962 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, 2004 Nissan Pathfinder (372 Nm) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2004 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Appia | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 240 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 81 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1756 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2540 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
