1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2003 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2003 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 44 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 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (81 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 10 kg more than 2003 Suzuki Ignis.
Because 2003 Suzuki Ignis is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Suzuki Ignis 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, 2003 Suzuki Ignis (108 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2003 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Appia | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1248 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
