2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 344 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia. 2005 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1958 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1958 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Expedition | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Expedition | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 864 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2520 mm |
