1959 Cadillac Brougham vs. 1953 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1959 Cadillac Brougham is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 6,380 cc (8 cylinders), 1959 Cadillac Brougham is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Cadillac Brougham weights approximately 1475 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:
| 1959 Cadillac Brougham | 1953 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Brougham | Appia |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1953 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6380 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 0 HP |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2295 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5730 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3310 mm | 2490 mm |
