2001 Cadillac Escalade vs. 1960 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2001 Cadillac Escalade is newer by 41 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 5,967 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Cadillac Escalade is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (340 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Cadillac Escalade weights approximately 1815 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 2001 Cadillac Escalade is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Cadillac Escalade will offer significantly more control. 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, 2001 Cadillac Escalade (515 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 427 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Cadillac Escalade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia. 2001 Cadillac Escalade has automatic transmission and 1960 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1960 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Cadillac Escalade will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Cadillac Escalade | 1960 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | Escalade | Appia |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1960 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5967 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 340 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 88 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2620 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2960 mm | 2520 mm |
