1986 Cadillac Eldorado vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado is newer by 26 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 4,080 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Cadillac Eldorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado (133 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Cadillac Eldorado weights approximately 885 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.
Because 1960 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 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado, 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, 1986 Cadillac Eldorado (270 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Cadillac Eldorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Cadillac Eldorado | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Eldorado | Appia |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4080 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
