1970 Lamborghini Jarama vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1970 Lamborghini Jarama is newer by 11 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 3,929 cc (12 cylinders), 1970 Lamborghini Jarama is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lamborghini Jarama (350 HP) has 307 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lamborghini Jarama should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Lamborghini Jarama weights approximately 775 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, 1970 Lamborghini Jarama (392 Nm) has 315 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 1970 Lamborghini Jarama will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Lamborghini Jarama | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Lancia |
| Model | Jarama | Appia |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1959 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3929 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 43 HP |
| Torque | 392 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2520 mm |
