2002 Ford Focus vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2002 Ford Focus is newer by 43 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 1,986 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Focus (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Focus weights approximately 415 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, 2002 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, 2002 Ford Focus (325 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2002 Ford Focus | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Focus | Appia |
Year Released | 2002 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1986 cc | 1089 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |