1953 Bugatti Type 101 vs. 1953 Lancia Appia
To start off, both 1953 Bugatti Type 101 and 1953 Lancia Appia were released in the same year (1953). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,257 cc (8 cylinders), 1953 Bugatti Type 101 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bugatti Type 101 weights approximately 620 kg more than 1953 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bugatti Type 101 | 1953 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Bugatti | Lancia |
| Model | Type 101 | Appia |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3257 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 820 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2490 mm |
