1990 Ford Orion vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1990 Ford Orion is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Orion (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Orion weights approximately 115 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 Ford Orion, 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, 1990 Ford Orion (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Orion | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Orion | Appia |
Year Released | 1990 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1330 mm |