1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Ford C-Max
To start off, 2010 Ford C-Max is newer by 53 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford C-Max is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford C-Max (150 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford C-Max weights approximately 535 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford C-Max, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Ford C-Max (240 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford C-Max will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2010 Ford C-Max | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Appia | C-Max |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1375 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1828 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1626 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2648 mm |
