1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1992 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 1992 Suzuki Swift is newer by 30 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), 1992 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Suzuki Swift (69 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 116 kg more than 1992 Suzuki Swift.
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, 1992 Suzuki Swift, 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, 1992 Suzuki Swift (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1992 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Appia | Swift |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| 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 | 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 | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 834 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2270 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
