2009 Ford Focus vs. 1956 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 53 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 594 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, 2009 Ford Focus, 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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1956 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Appia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1956 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 43 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 78 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
