1959 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1957 Lancia Appia

To start off, 1959 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Jeep CJ5 weights approximately 340 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1959 Jeep CJ5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1959 Jeep CJ5 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, 1959 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1959 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Jeep CJ5 1957 Lancia Appia
Make Jeep Lancia
Model CJ5 Appia
Year Released 1959 1957
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3687 cc 1091 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 135 HP 52 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 325 Nm 87 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 3500 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1180 kg 840 kg
Vehicle Length 3520 mm 3990 mm
Vehicle Width 1550 mm 1440 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1240 mm
Wheelbase Size 2060 mm 2520 mm


 

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