1991 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1991 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (181 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 700 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Jeep Cherokee | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Cherokee | Appia |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3958 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 301 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2520 mm |
