1975 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1975 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,342 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (200 HP) has 153 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 510 kg more than 1963 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, 1975 Chrysler Valiant (355 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 278 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Chrysler Valiant | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Valiant | Appia |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4342 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 355 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1410 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
