1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 53 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 310 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 1124 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 2013 Dodge CHARGER is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 448 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia. 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
| Make | Lancia | Dodge |
| Model | Appia | CHARGER |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 365 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 536 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 99 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1929 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 5077 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1905 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1482 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 72 L |
