1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2004 Suzuki Verona
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Verona is newer by 45 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 1,298 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Verona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Verona (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Verona should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Verona weights approximately 520 kg more than 1959 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2004 Suzuki Verona, 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, 2004 Suzuki Verona (240 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm). This means 2004 Suzuki Verona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia. 2004 Suzuki Verona has automatic transmission and 1959 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1959 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Suzuki Verona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2004 Suzuki Verona | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Appia | Verona |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2710 mm |
