1960 Lancia Appia vs. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo
To start off, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,351 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 515 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo (194 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 1987 Mitsubishi Sapporo | |
| Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Appia | Sapporo |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 194 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2610 mm |
