1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Suzuki Splash
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Splash is newer by 53 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, 2010 Suzuki Splash (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Splash should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Splash weights approximately 190 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Splash, 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, 2010 Suzuki Splash (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Splash will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Appia | 2010 Suzuki Splash | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Appia | Splash |
Year Released | 1957 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11:01 |
Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 159 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3715 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1590 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |