1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2011 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2011 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 54 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (150 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 460 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 2011 Suzuki SX4 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Suzuki SX4 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, 2011 Suzuki SX4 (190 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 103 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2011 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Appia | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1300 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4135 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1755 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2499 mm |
