2003 Ford Focus vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2003 Ford Focus is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,989 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Focus (108 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Focus weights approximately 250 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Ford Focus (169 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Focus | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Appia |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1989 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85.1 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
