2009 Daihatsu Terios vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Daihatsu Terios is newer by 51 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 1,493 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Daihatsu Terios is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Daihatsu Terios should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Daihatsu Terios weights approximately 316 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 2009 Daihatsu Terios 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, 2009 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, 2009 Daihatsu Terios (140 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Daihatsu Terios will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Daihatsu Terios | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Lancia |
| Model | Terios | Appia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1493 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 104 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4060 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2520 mm |
