1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2013 Cadillac XTS
To start off, 2013 Cadillac XTS is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,564 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Cadillac XTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Cadillac XTS (314 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Cadillac XTS weights approximately 1012 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Cadillac XTS is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Cadillac XTS will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Cadillac XTS (358 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Cadillac XTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia. 2013 Cadillac XTS has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Cadillac XTS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1962 Lancia Appia | 2013 Cadillac XTS | |
Make | Lancia | Cadillac |
Model | Appia | XTS |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 3564 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 314 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 358 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 94 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.5 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1912 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 5131 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2837 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 76 L |