1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2005 Nissan Titan is newer by 43 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 5,556 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Titan (305 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 258 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Titan weights approximately 1308 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.
Because 2005 Nissan Titan is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Titan 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, 2005 Nissan Titan (514 Nm) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2005 Nissan Titan | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Appia | Titan |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5556 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 305 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 514 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 98.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2208 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1910 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3560 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 106 L |
