1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1997 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 1997 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 35 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 2,389 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (116 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 850 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 1997 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1997 Nissan Terrano II 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, 1997 Nissan Terrano II (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Nissan Terrano II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1997 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Appia | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 116 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
