2005 GMC Yukon vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 GMC Yukon is newer by 46 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 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 GMC Yukon (286 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1390 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.
Because 2005 GMC Yukon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 GMC Yukon 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 GMC Yukon (441 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 364 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2005 GMC Yukon 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. 2005 GMC Yukon will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 GMC Yukon | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Yukon | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 441 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2250 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5280 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3280 mm | 2520 mm |
