1973 Chrysler 160 vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1973 Chrysler 160 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,981 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler 160 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler 160 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler 160 should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler 160 weights approximately 251 kg more than 1958 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, 1973 Chrysler 160 (163 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler 160 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler 160 | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | 160 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1981 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 163 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1115 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |
