1973 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1973 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,523 cc (6 cylinders), 1973 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Chrysler Valiant (138 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 470 kg more than 1959 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 Valiant (272 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1973 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Chrysler Valiant | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Valiant | Appia |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3523 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 272 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
