2009 Ford Explorer vs. 1958 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Ford Explorer is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,009 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Explorer (207 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Explorer weights approximately 108 kg more than 1958 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, 2009 Ford Explorer (254 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia. 2009 Ford Explorer has automatic transmission and 1958 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1958 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Explorer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Explorer | 1958 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | Explorer | Appia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1958 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4009 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 207 HP | 43 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 254 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5350 mm | 3980 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1430 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3320 mm | 2520 mm |