2005 Ford Explorer vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Ford Explorer is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Explorer weights approximately 380 kg more than 1960 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 Explorer (330 Nm) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Explorer | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Explorer | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 85 L | 42 L |
