2000 Chrysler Sebring vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2000 Chrysler Sebring is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chrysler Sebring (138 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Sebring should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Chrysler Sebring weights approximately 470 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Chrysler Sebring, 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, 2000 Chrysler Sebring (176 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Chrysler Sebring will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chrysler Sebring | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Sebring | Appia |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1440 mm |
