2000 Ford TL-50 vs. 1960 Lancia Appia

To start off, 2000 Ford TL-50 is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,798 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford TL-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford TL-50 (128 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford TL-50 should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford TL-50 weights approximately 402 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Ford TL-50 (570 Nm) has 493 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2000 Ford TL-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia. 2000 Ford TL-50 has automatic transmission and 1960 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1960 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford TL-50 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2000 Ford TL-50 1960 Lancia Appia
Make Ford Lancia
Model TL-50 Appia
Year Released 2000 1960
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1798 cc 1090 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 128 HP 47 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 570 Nm 77 Nm
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1302 kg 900 kg
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2520 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 37 L 42 L


 

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