1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is newer by 53 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 1,956 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (127 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara weights approximately 794 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 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara 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, 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara (300 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 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 | 2012 Suzuki Grand Vitara | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Appia | Grand Vitara |
Year Released | 1959 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1956 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 127 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 300 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1654 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1695 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |