1999 De Tomaso Bigua vs. 1959 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is newer by 40 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 De Tomaso Bigua is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (302 HP) has 255 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 De Tomaso Bigua weights approximately 375 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, 1999 De Tomaso Bigua (407 Nm @ 6500 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 De Tomaso Bigua will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1999 De Tomaso Bigua | 1959 Lancia Appia | |
Make | De Tomaso | Lancia |
Model | Bigua | Appia |
Year Released | 1999 | 1959 |
Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 302 HP | 47 HP |
Torque | 407 Nm | 77 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 900 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4020 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1490 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2520 mm |