2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1639 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Ford F-150 (496 Nm) has 419 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | F-150 | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5408 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 | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 496 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2499 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3370 mm | 2520 mm |
