1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1953 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1977 Ford Fiesta is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (66 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Lancia Appia weights approximately 8 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1953 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 1953 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta, 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, 1977 Ford Fiesta (111 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1953 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Appia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 37 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 70 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 813 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2490 mm |
