1953 Lancia Appia vs. 2010 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2010 Subaru Impreza is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Impreza (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1953 Lancia Appia. (37 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1953 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 572 kg more than 1953 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Subaru Impreza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Impreza 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, 2010 Subaru Impreza (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Lancia Appia. (70 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Lancia Appia | 2010 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Appia | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 37 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 813 kg | 1385 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2619 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 64 L |
