1958 Lancia Appia vs. 1999 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1999 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 41 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 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Suzuki Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (77 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Suzuki Vitara weights approximately 126 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 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara 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, 1999 Suzuki Vitara (128 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Suzuki Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 1999 Suzuki Vitara | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Appia | Vitara |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1590 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 77 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 128 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 990 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1930 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |