2003 Infiniti Q45 vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2003 Infiniti Q45 is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,494 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Infiniti Q45 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (340 HP) has 293 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Infiniti Q45 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Infiniti Q45 weights approximately 904 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2003 Infiniti Q45 (451 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Infiniti Q45 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2003 Infiniti Q45 has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Infiniti Q45 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2003 Infiniti Q45 | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Infiniti | Lancia |
Model | Q45 | Appia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4494 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 340 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 451 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1804 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2520 mm |