1945 Jeep MB vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1959 Lancia Appia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep MB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1945 Jeep MB (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1945 Jeep MB should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep MB weights approximately 220 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 1945 Jeep MB 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, 1945 Jeep MB 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, 1945 Jeep MB (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1945 Jeep MB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep MB | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | MB | Appia |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
