2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 46 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (255 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2355 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 2005 Ford Excursion is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion 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, 2005 Ford Excursion (475 Nm) has 398 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2005 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Excursion | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 475 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |
