1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1975 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1975 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,091 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Lancia Appia (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (33 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1957 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 360 kg more than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1957 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Suzuki Fronte. (42 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1957 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Suzuki Fronte.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1975 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Appia | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 356 cc |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 33 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 42 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2020 mm |
