1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2002 Nissan Terrano II
To start off, 2002 Nissan Terrano II is newer by 40 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 2,988 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Nissan Terrano II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (153 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Nissan Terrano II should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Nissan Terrano II weights approximately 860 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 2002 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, 2002 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, 2002 Nissan Terrano II (314 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 237 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 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 | 2002 Nissan Terrano II | |
| Make | Lancia | Nissan |
| Model | Appia | Terrano II |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 314 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 102 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 17.9:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 80 L |
