1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2008 Suzuki Ignis
To start off, 2008 Suzuki Ignis is newer by 48 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 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Suzuki Ignis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Suzuki Ignis (98 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Ignis should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Suzuki Ignis weights approximately 185 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 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 1960 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Ignis, 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, 2008 Suzuki Ignis (133 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Suzuki Ignis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 2008 Suzuki Ignis | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Appia | Ignis |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1489 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3780 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 41 L |
