1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2003 Mahindra Commander
To start off, 2003 Mahindra Commander is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,110 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mahindra Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Mahindra Commander (62 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Mahindra Commander should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Mahindra Commander weights approximately 506 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 2003 Mahindra Commander 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, 2003 Mahindra Commander 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, 2003 Mahindra Commander (123 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Mahindra Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Appia | 2003 Mahindra Commander | |
| Make | Lancia | Mahindra |
| Model | Appia | Commander |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2110 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1370 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2690 mm |
