1987 Ford Probe vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1987 Ford Probe 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 2,184 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Probe (138 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Ford Probe weights approximately 300 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Probe, 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 Probe (262 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Probe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Probe | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Probe | Appia |
Year Released | 1987 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2184 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2520 mm |