1948 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1962 Lancia Appia is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,431 cc (6 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jeep Jeepster (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 235 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep Jeepster 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 Jeepster (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep Jeepster | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Jeepster | Appia |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2431 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
