2007 Dodge Ram vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Dodge Ram is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 6,688 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Ram (350 HP @ 3013 RPM) has 298 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Ram should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Ram weights approximately 2199 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Dodge Ram is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 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 (827 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 740 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 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 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Ram | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Dodge | Lancia |
| Model | Ram | Appia |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6688 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3013 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 827 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 3149 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3580 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 129 L | 42 L |
