2007 Chrysler 300 vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Chrysler 300 is newer by 45 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 2,736 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler 300 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler 300 (190 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 Chrysler 300 (257 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia. 2007 Chrysler 300 has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler 300 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler 300 | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | 300 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.9:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
