2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is newer by 48 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 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 1081 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country, 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, 2005 Chrysler Town & Country (320 Nm) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Chrysler Town & Country will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Town & Country | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3785 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2520 mm |
