1999 Dodge Viper vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1999 Dodge Viper is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 8,424 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Dodge Viper (670 HP) has 618 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Viper weights approximately 136 kg more than 1962 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. Let's talk about torque, 1999 Dodge Viper (913 Nm) has 826 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm). This means 1999 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Viper | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Viper | Appia |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 8424 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 670 HP | 52 HP |
| Torque | 913 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
