2006 Dodge Charger vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2006 Dodge Charger is newer by 44 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), 2006 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Dodge Charger (340 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 293 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1443 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.
Because 2006 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Dodge Charger will offer significantly more control. 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, 2006 Dodge Charger (529 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Dodge Charger | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Charger | Appia |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5654 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 529 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 37 L |
