2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Dodge Dakota (211 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 887 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dakota | Appia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2520 mm |
