1958 Lancia Appia vs. 1998 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1998 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 66 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1998 Suzuki Samurai (104 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Lancia Appia | 1998 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Appia | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 104 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
