1958 Lancia Appia vs. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ is newer by 46 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), 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ weights approximately 141 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 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ 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, 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ (118 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 2004 Suzuki Wagon R+ | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Appia | Wagon R+ |
Year Released | 1958 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1005 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1710 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |