1985 Dodge Daytona vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1985 Dodge Daytona is newer by 26 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Dodge Daytona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Dodge Daytona (100 HP) has 53 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Daytona should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Dodge Daytona weights approximately 325 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.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Dodge Daytona, 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, 1985 Dodge Daytona (184 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Dodge Daytona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Dodge Daytona | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Daytona | Appia |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1225 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2520 mm |
