2008 Ford Mondeo vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2008 Ford Mondeo is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,521 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mondeo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mondeo (217 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mondeo should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 771 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1956 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 1956 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Ford Mondeo (320 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mondeo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford Mondeo | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mondeo | Appia |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2521 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1631 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2520 mm |
