1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2008 Land Rover Discovery

To start off, 2008 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 48 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 3,950 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1370 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia.

Because 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery 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, 2008 Land Rover Discovery (341 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.

Compare all specifications:

1960 Lancia Appia 2008 Land Rover Discovery
Make Lancia Land Rover
Model Appia Discovery
Year Released 1960 2008
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1090 cc 3950 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 55 HP 0 HP
Torque 88 Nm 341 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 2600 RPM
Engine Bore Size 68 mm 94 mm
Engine Stroke Size 75 mm 71.1 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 805 kg 2175 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4980 mm
Vehicle Height 1250 mm 1910 mm
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2550 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 10.1 L/100km 16.7 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 93 L