2007 Chrysler Aspen vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Chrysler Aspen is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Aspen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Chrysler Aspen (235 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 192 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Chrysler Aspen should accelerate faster than 1956 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 Aspen (407 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Chrysler Aspen will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia. 2007 Chrysler Aspen has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Chrysler Aspen will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Aspen | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Aspen | Appia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
