1977 Chrysler Valiant vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1977 Chrysler Valiant is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,015 cc (6 cylinders), 1977 Chrysler Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Chrysler Valiant (139 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Chrysler Valiant should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Chrysler Valiant weights approximately 615 kg more than 1960 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, 1977 Chrysler Valiant (277 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 189 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Chrysler Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Chrysler Valiant | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Valiant | Appia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4015 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2520 mm |
