1966 Ford Taunus vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1966 Ford Taunus is newer by 7 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 1,183 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Taunus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Appia (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1966 Ford Taunus. (38 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 105 kg more than 1966 Ford Taunus. 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Taunus | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Taunus | Appia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1183 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |
