2009 Ford Mustang vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2009 Ford Mustang is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Mustang (395 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 340 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia.
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 Mustang (240 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia. 2009 Ford Mustang has automatic transmission and 1961 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1961 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Mustang will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Mustang | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Ford | Lancia |
| Model | Mustang | Appia |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.8:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 42 L |
