1960 Lancia Appia vs. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Appia (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Appia weights approximately 30 kg more than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 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, 1960 Lancia Appia (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Appia | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2040 mm |
