1984 Dodge Colt vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1984 Dodge Colt is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Colt (87 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Colt weights approximately 200 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Colt, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1984 Dodge Colt (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Colt | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Colt | Appia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2520 mm |
