1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2001 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2001 Chrysler Voyager is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,397 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (150 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 945 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Chrysler Voyager, 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, 2001 Chrysler Voyager (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 136 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Chrysler Voyager will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia. 2001 Chrysler Voyager has automatic transmission and 1960 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1960 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Chrysler Voyager will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 2001 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Lancia | Chrysler |
| Model | Appia | Voyager |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2890 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 75 L |
