2007 Dodge Dakota vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Dakota (210 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Dakota weights approximately 850 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 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota 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, 2007 Dodge Dakota (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia. 2007 Dodge Dakota 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 Dodge Dakota will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Dakota | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Dakota | Appia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 83 L | 37 L |
