1983 Cadillac Seville vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1983 Cadillac Seville is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Cadillac Seville (134 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 881 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 Cadillac Seville, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1983 Cadillac Seville (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 185 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1983 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Cadillac Seville | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Seville | Appia |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2520 mm |
