1989 Ford Fiesta vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1989 Ford Fiesta is newer by 30 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Fiesta (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 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 45 kg more than 1989 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, 1989 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, 1989 Ford Fiesta (138 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Fiesta | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Fiesta | Appia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2520 mm |
