1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2012 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2012 Jeep Patriot is newer by 52 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 551 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 1960 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Jeep Patriot, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2012 Jeep Patriot (223 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Appia | 2012 Jeep Patriot | |
Make | Lancia | Jeep |
Model | Appia | Patriot |
Year Released | 1960 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 172 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1451 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4415 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1758 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1664 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 51 L |