1981 GMC Suburban vs. 1963 Lancia Appia
To start off, 1981 GMC Suburban is newer by 18 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 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 GMC Suburban (130 HP) has 83 more horse power than 1963 Lancia Appia. (47 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 1963 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 GMC Suburban weights approximately 1330 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 1981 GMC Suburban is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 GMC Suburban 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, 1981 GMC Suburban (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1981 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Lancia Appia. 1981 GMC Suburban has automatic transmission and 1963 Lancia Appia has manual transmission. 1963 Lancia Appia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 GMC Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 GMC Suburban | 1963 Lancia Appia | |
| Make | GMC | Lancia |
| Model | Suburban | Appia |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1090 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 47 HP |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 2230 kg | 900 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2520 mm |
