1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12

To start off, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 7,730 cc (12 cylinders), 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 (800 HP) has 753 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 (881 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 804 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.

Compare all specifications:

1959 Lancia Appia 2000 TVR Cerbera Speed 12
Make Lancia TVR
Model Appia Cerbera Speed 12
Year Released 1959 2000
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1090 cc 7730 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 12 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 47 HP 800 HP
Torque 77 Nm 881 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 5750 RPM
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 2 seats
Vehicle Weight 900 kg 1070 kg
Wheelbase Size 2520 mm 2570 mm


 

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