2005 Dodge Ram vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Dodge Ram 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 5,621 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Dodge Ram (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Dodge Ram weights approximately 1851 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 Dodge Ram (509 Nm) has 432 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Dodge Ram | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5621 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 509 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2751 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5840 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2440 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 37 L |
