1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Dodge Challenger
To start off, 2011 Dodge Challenger is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Dodge Challenger (376 HP @ 5150 RPM) has 329 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 1504 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Dodge Challenger (555 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 478 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2011 Dodge Challenger | |
| Make | Lancia | Dodge |
| Model | Appia | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 5700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 376 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5150 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 555 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 2404 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5022 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1923 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2946 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 72 L |
