1960 Ferrari 850 vs. 1955 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1960 Ferrari 850 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1955 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1955 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1955 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Lancia Appia weights approximately 142 kg more than 1960 Ferrari 850.
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:
1960 Ferrari 850 | 1955 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Ferrari | Lancia |
Model | 850 | Appia |
Year Released | 1960 | 1955 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 847 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 0 HP |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 822 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2490 mm |