1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is newer by 47 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 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (128 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero weights approximately 567 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 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Appia | 2005 Mitsubishi Pajero | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Appia | Pajero |
| Year Released | 1958 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1431 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2290 mm |
