2008 Ford Mustang vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2008 Ford Mustang 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 4,606 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford Mustang (300 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Mustang weights approximately 1962 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Mustang (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 357 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Ford Mustang | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Mustang | Appia |
Year Released | 2008 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4606 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 | 47 HP |
Torque | 434 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2862 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2520 mm |