1988 Ford Fiesta vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1988 Ford Fiesta is newer by 32 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 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fiesta (44 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 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 92 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 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, 1956 Lancia Appia (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Fiesta. (68 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1956 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fiesta | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Appia |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 768 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 |
