2009 Ford Focus vs. 1957 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 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 82 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 792 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 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 233 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1957 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Focus | Appia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1091 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 18.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 205 km/hour | 150 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1632 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
