1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 570 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Appia | Jeep |
Year Released | 1959 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |