1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Ford Ka
To start off, 2010 Ford Ka is newer by 51 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 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford Ka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford Ka (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ka should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Ka, 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 Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2010 Ford Ka | |
Make | Lancia | Ford |
Model | Appia | Ka |
Year Released | 1959 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 106 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |