2008 Chrysler Crossfire vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is newer by 46 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 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Chrysler Crossfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire (215 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chrysler Crossfire should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Chrysler Crossfire weights approximately 915 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.
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 (311 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 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 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler Crossfire | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Chrysler | Lancia |
| Model | Crossfire | Appia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 311 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 37 L |
