1984 Dodge Omni vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1984 Dodge Omni is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,592 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Dodge Omni is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge Omni (62 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Omni should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Dodge Omni weights approximately 120 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Dodge Omni, 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 Omni (117 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Dodge Omni will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge Omni | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Omni | Appia |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 117 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
