2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (330 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 287 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 645 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (420 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 343 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire has automatic transmission and 1958 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1958 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Crossfire | Appia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1509 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
