1955 Chrysler Windsor vs. 1955 Lancia Appia

To start off, both 1955 Chrysler Windsor and 1955 Lancia Appia were released in the same year (1955). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,920 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Chrysler Windsor is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Chrysler Windsor weights approximately 1028 kg more than 1955 Lancia Appia.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.

Compare all specifications:

1955 Chrysler Windsor 1955 Lancia Appia
Make Chrysler Lancia
Model Windsor Appia
Year Released 1955 1955
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 4920 cc 1090 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 187 HP 0 HP
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1850 kg 822 kg
Vehicle Length 5560 mm 3880 mm
Vehicle Width 2010 mm 1430 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 3210 mm 2490 mm


 

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