1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee
To start off, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 43 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 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee (235 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 180 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1135 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.
Because 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee 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 Jeep Grand Cherokee (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 320 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee has automatic transmission and 1960 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1960 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 2003 Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
| Make | Lancia | Jeep |
| Model | Appia | Grand Cherokee |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 4701 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 235 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 408 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
