1971 Dodge Challenger vs. 1953 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1971 Dodge Challenger is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,685 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Dodge Challenger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Dodge Challenger (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Dodge Challenger should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Dodge Challenger weights approximately 657 kg more than 1953 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, 1971 Dodge Challenger (233 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Dodge Challenger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Dodge Challenger | 1953 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Challenger | Appia |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3685 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 233 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2490 mm |
