2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang 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 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (211 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 570 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.
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, 2004 Ford Mustang (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mustang | Appia |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.4 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1520 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 42 L |
