2008 Ford Bantam vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2008 Ford Bantam is newer by 49 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,297 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Ford Bantam is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Bantam weights approximately 120 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Bantam, 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, 2008 Ford Bantam (110 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Bantam will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Bantam | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Bantam | Appia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 0 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 110 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2520 mm |