1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1965 Suzuki Fronte
To start off, 1965 Suzuki Fronte is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1962 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Lancia Appia (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. (35 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Lancia Appia should accelerate faster than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 140 kg more than 1965 Suzuki Fronte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1965 Suzuki Fronte, 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, 1965 Suzuki Fronte (81 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Suzuki Fronte will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1965 Suzuki Fronte | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Appia | Fronte |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1965 |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 785 cc |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 35 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 81 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2250 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 66 L |
