1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1996 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1996 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 35 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Suzuki Samurai (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 125 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 Suzuki Samurai 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, 1996 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Lancia Appia | 1996 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Appia | Samurai |
Year Released | 1961 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1296 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 55 HP | 69 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 74 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 75.5 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |