1989 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1989 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,068 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 500 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 Jeep Cherokee 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 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jeep Cherokee | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Cherokee | Appia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 89 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
