2003 Ford Freestar vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2003 Ford Freestar is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,801 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Freestar (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 135 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Freestar weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Freestar, 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 Freestar (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Freestar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia. 2003 Ford Freestar has automatic transmission and 1961 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1961 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Freestar will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Ford Freestar | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Freestar | Appia |
Year Released | 2003 | 1961 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3801 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 55 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 336 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 805 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 4200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1250 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2520 mm |