2005 Chrysler 300 vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Chrysler 300 is newer by 43 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 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler 300 (335 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler 300 weights approximately 930 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Chrysler 300 (529 Nm) has 442 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler 300 | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | 300 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 335 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1880 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 42 L |
