2007 Jeep Compass vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Jeep Compass is newer by 49 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 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Jeep Compass is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Jeep Compass (180 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 137 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Jeep Compass weights approximately 736 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 1958 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1958 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Jeep Compass, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2007 Jeep Compass (488 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 411 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Jeep Compass will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Jeep Compass | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Compass | Appia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2397 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 1750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2520 mm |
