2003 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2003 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 41 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 155 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 2003 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2003 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2003 Daihatsu Terios (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Daihatsu Terios | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Terios | Appia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 46 L | 37 L |
