1984 Ford Fiesta vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1984 Ford Fiesta is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Fiesta (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 60 kg more than 1984 Ford Fiesta.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Ford Fiesta (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Fiesta | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Fiesta | Appia |
Year Released | 1984 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |