1981 Isuzu Trooper vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1981 Isuzu Trooper is newer by 19 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 2,559 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Isuzu Trooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (114 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Isuzu Trooper should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Isuzu Trooper weights approximately 610 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 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper 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, 1981 Isuzu Trooper (195 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Isuzu Trooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Isuzu Trooper | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Isuzu | Lancia |
Model | Trooper | Appia |
Year Released | 1981 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2559 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 195 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4390 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2520 mm |