2005 Cadillac CTS vs. 1961 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Cadillac CTS is newer by 44 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 2,597 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac CTS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac CTS (179 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac CTS should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac CTS weights approximately 983 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.
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, 2005 Cadillac CTS (232 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac CTS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac CTS | 1961 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | CTS | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1961 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2597 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 179 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
| Torque | 232 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 83.2 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.6 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1788 kg | 805 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1430 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.4 L/100km | 10.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 42 L |
