1994 Dodge Caravan vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1994 Dodge Caravan is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Caravan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Caravan (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Caravan should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Caravan weights approximately 600 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Caravan, 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, 1994 Dodge Caravan (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Caravan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Caravan | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Caravan | Appia |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1961 |
| 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 | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
