2001 Dodge Intrepid vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2001 Dodge Intrepid is newer by 39 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 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (242 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Dodge Intrepid weights approximately 670 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.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Dodge Intrepid, 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, 2001 Dodge Intrepid (306 Nm) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2001 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia. 2001 Dodge Intrepid has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Dodge Intrepid will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Dodge Intrepid | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Intrepid | Appia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2990 mm | 2520 mm |
