2005 Hyundai Santa Fe vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 2,655 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe (170 HP) has 123 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 804 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe 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 Hyundai Santa Fe (250 Nm) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Hyundai Santa Fe | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Hyundai | Lancia |
| Model | Santa Fe | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2655 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1704 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
