1968 Bizzarrini Manta vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta is newer by 9 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 5,354 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Bizzarrini Manta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (350 HP) has 303 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta should accelerate faster than 1959 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. Let's talk about torque, 1968 Bizzarrini Manta (511 Nm) has 434 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 1968 Bizzarrini Manta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Bizzarrini Manta | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Bizzarrini | Lancia |
| Model | Manta | Appia |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5354 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 511 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1060 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
