2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (216 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram 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 Ram (319 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Appia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 216 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 319 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.7 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2520 mm |
