1948 Jeep CJ2A vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1958 Lancia Appia is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ2A would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep CJ2A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jeep CJ2A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ2A should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ2A weights approximately 246 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ2A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ2A 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, 1948 Jeep CJ2A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ2A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ2A | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | CJ2A | Appia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1090 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 | 3600 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 | 1110 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
