1973 Chrysler Charger vs. 1953 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Charger is newer by 20 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 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Charger (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Charger should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Charger weights approximately 517 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, 1973 Chrysler Charger (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 285 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Charger | 1953 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Charger | Appia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2490 mm |
