1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2000 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2000 Suzuki Swift is newer by 41 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, 2000 Suzuki Swift (52 HP) has 5 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (47 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 160 kg more than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
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, 2000 Suzuki Swift, 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 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Suzuki Swift. (76 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1959 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Suzuki Swift.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Lancia Appia | 2000 Suzuki Swift | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Appia | Swift |
Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 52 HP |
Torque | 77 Nm | 76 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3850 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |