1987 Ford Festiva vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1987 Ford Festiva is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Festiva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Festiva (62 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Lancia Appia weights approximately 90 kg more than 1987 Ford Festiva.
Because 1963 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 1963 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 Ford Festiva, 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, 1987 Ford Festiva (99 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Festiva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Festiva | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Festiva | Appia |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3580 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2520 mm |
