1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2012 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Alto is newer by 50 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, 2012 Suzuki Alto (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Alto should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Lancia Appia weights approximately 15 kg more than 2012 Suzuki Alto.
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, 2012 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, 2012 Suzuki Alto (90 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Alto will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Appia | 2012 Suzuki Alto | |
Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
Model | Appia | Alto |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 73 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11:01 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 3500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2360 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 4.4 L/100km |