2009 Dodge Dakota vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Dodge Dakota is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,701 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Dakota is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Dakota (207 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Dakota should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia.
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, 2009 Dodge Dakota (236 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Dakota will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Dakota | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Dodge | Lancia |
Model | Dakota | Appia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3701 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 236 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5560 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3340 mm | 2520 mm |