1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1989 Nissan Terrano
To start off, 1989 Nissan Terrano is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,662 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Nissan Terrano is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Nissan Terrano (98 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Nissan Terrano weights approximately 795 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Nissan Terrano is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Nissan Terrano 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, 1989 Nissan Terrano (224 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Nissan Terrano will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1989 Nissan Terrano | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Appia | Terrano |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2662 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1745 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
