1963 Lancia Appia vs. 2004 Suzuki Swift
To start off, 2004 Suzuki Swift is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Suzuki Swift is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Suzuki Swift (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Suzuki Swift should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Suzuki Swift weights approximately 95 kg more than 1963 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 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 1963 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Suzuki Swift (170 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Suzuki Swift will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Lancia Appia | 2004 Suzuki Swift | |
| Make | Lancia | Suzuki |
| Model | Appia | Swift |
| Year Released | 1963 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 69 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 69.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 82 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 40 L |
