1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1991 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1991 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 29 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 14 kg more than 1991 Suzuki Samurai.
Because 1991 Suzuki Samurai is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Suzuki Samurai (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1991 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Appia | 1991 Suzuki Samurai | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Appia | Samurai |
Year Released | 1962 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 68 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 | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 936 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2490 mm |