2007 Ford C-MAX vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2007 Ford C-MAX is newer by 50 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 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Ford C-MAX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford C-MAX (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford C-MAX weights approximately 508 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 1957 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 1957 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford C-MAX, 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, 2007 Ford C-MAX (250 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Ford C-MAX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Ford C-MAX | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | C-MAX | Appia |
Year Released | 2007 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 113 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1368 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |