1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1981 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 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 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP) has 36 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1981 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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (129 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fiesta | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Fiesta | Appia |
Year Released | 1981 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 129 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2520 mm |