1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,765 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX (101 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX weights approximately 806 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX 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, 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX (245 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Daihatsu Fourtrak TDX | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Fourtrak TDX | Appia |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2765 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2520 mm |
