1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi
To start off, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is newer by 50 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (180 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Suzuki Kizashi weights approximately 705 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 2010 Suzuki Kizashi is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi 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, 2010 Suzuki Kizashi (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 142 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (88 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Suzuki Kizashi will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 2010 Suzuki Kizashi | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Appia | Kizashi |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1510 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4651 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1821 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1481 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 63 L |
