2004 Ford F-150 vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2004 Ford F-150 is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford F-150 (231 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 184 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1314 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2004 Ford F-150 (398 Nm) has 321 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2004 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford F-150 | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | F-150 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 231 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 398 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 75 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2214 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4000 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14.7 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 114 L | 37 L |
