1988 Dodge Colt vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1988 Dodge Colt is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,467 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Colt (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Colt should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Dodge Colt weights approximately 131 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 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 1958 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1988 Dodge Colt (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Dodge Colt | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Colt | Appia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |
