1989 Cadillac Seville vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1989 Cadillac Seville is newer by 28 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 4,473 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Cadillac Seville (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 777 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, 1989 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, 1989 Cadillac Seville (325 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1989 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Cadillac Seville | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Seville | Appia |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4473 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1566 kg | 789 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1440 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1240 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2520 mm |
