1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 46 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 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (165 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 585 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara (220 Nm) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2005 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Appia | Grand Vitara |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1445 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4180 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |
