1969 Dodge Challenger vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1969 Dodge Challenger is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 555 kg more than 1957 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, 1969 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Dodge Challenger | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Challenger | Appia |
Year Released | 1969 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1415 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2520 mm |