1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 56 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 263 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1792 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 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia. 2013 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1957 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1957 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Lancia | Ford |
| Model | Appia | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 3023 mm |
