2000 Cadillac Seville vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2000 Cadillac Seville is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 4,572 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Cadillac Seville is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Cadillac Seville (290 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 238 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Cadillac Seville should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Cadillac Seville weights approximately 877 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Cadillac Seville (400 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2000 Cadillac Seville will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia. 2000 Cadillac Seville has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Cadillac Seville will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Cadillac Seville | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
Model | Seville | Appia |
Year Released | 2000 | 1963 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4572 cc | 1090 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 290 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 87 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 68 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1827 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1520 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1330 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 42 L |