2005 Cadillac STS vs. 1962 Lancia Appia
To start off, 2005 Cadillac STS is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 3,562 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Cadillac STS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Cadillac STS (252 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 205 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Cadillac STS should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Cadillac STS weights approximately 890 kg more than 1962 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 STS (342 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Cadillac STS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia. 2005 Cadillac STS has automatic transmission and 1962 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1962 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 Cadillac STS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Cadillac STS | 1962 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | Cadillac | Lancia |
| Model | STS | Appia |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1962 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3562 cc | 1089 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94 mm | 68 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2520 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 37 L |
