1959 Lancia Appia vs. 1988 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1988 Suzuki Alto is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Lancia Appia (47 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Because 1959 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 1959 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1959 Lancia Appia (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 1988 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Appia | Alto |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 547 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 38 HP |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3200 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2340 mm |
