2008 Jeep Liberty vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2008 Jeep Liberty is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,698 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Liberty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Liberty (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Liberty weights approximately 1171 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Jeep Liberty is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Liberty 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, 2008 Jeep Liberty (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Liberty will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Liberty | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Jeep | Lancia |
| Model | Liberty | Appia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3698 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2031 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2520 mm |
