2007 Acura RDX vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Acura RDX is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Acura RDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Acura RDX (240 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Because 2007 Acura RDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Acura RDX 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, 2007 Acura RDX (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Acura RDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia. 2007 Acura RDX has automatic transmission and 1960 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1960 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Acura RDX will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Acura RDX | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Acura | Lancia |
| Model | RDX | Appia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
