1998 Ford Focus vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1998 Ford Focus is newer by 39 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 1,797 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Focus (134 HP) has 87 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Ford Focus weights approximately 344 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1998 Ford Focus, 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, 1998 Ford Focus (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Ford Focus | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Appia |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1797 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1244 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
