2005 Ford Mondeo vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Ford Mondeo 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Mondeo (154 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 578 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.
Because 1960 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Ford Mondeo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mondeo (367 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Mondeo | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 17.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1478 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.1 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 42 L |
