1999 Dodge Charger vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1999 Dodge Charger is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,700 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Charger (321 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 266 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Charger weights approximately 557 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Charger | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Charger | Appia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4700 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 321 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1362 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4760 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 37 L |
