2009 Ford F-250 vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Ford F-250 is newer by 50 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford F-250 (300 HP) has 253 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford F-250 weights approximately 66 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, 2009 Ford F-250 (495 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 418 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford F-250 | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Ford | Lancia |
Model | F-250 | Appia |
Year Released | 2009 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5400 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 | 495 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5770 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2520 mm |