2004 Dodge Dakota vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2004 Dodge Dakota is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 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) has 164 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 847 kg more than 1959 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 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Dodge Dakota | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dakota | Appia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1959 |
| 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 | 47 HP |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1747 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2520 mm |
