1966 Cadillac Sixty vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1966 Cadillac Sixty is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 7,029 cc (8 cylinders), 1966 Cadillac Sixty is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Cadillac Sixty (208 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Cadillac Sixty should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1966 Cadillac Sixty weights approximately 1310 kg more than 1960 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Cadillac Sixty | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Sixty | Appia |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7029 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5790 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3390 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 37 L |
