2006 Cadillac SRX vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 Cadillac SRX is newer by 47 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 3,563 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac SRX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac SRX (260 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac SRX should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac SRX weights approximately 1029 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 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX 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, 2006 Cadillac SRX (344 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac SRX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2006 Cadillac SRX 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. 2006 Cadillac SRX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Cadillac SRX | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | SRX | Appia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3563 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1889 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2520 mm |
