1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1977 Ford Fiesta is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,117 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Ford Fiesta (52 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Lancia Appia weights approximately 134 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1956 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 1956 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 (80 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Appia |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1117 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |
