1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1982 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 1982 Suzuki Alto is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Lancia Appia (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Suzuki Alto. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1982 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Lancia Appia weights approximately 195 kg more than 1982 Suzuki Alto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 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 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 Suzuki Alto, 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, 1961 Lancia Appia (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Suzuki Alto. (59 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1961 Lancia Appia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1982 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Appia | Alto |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 38 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 59 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 68.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1410 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2160 mm |
