1956 Lancia Appia vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 666 kg more than 1956 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Lancia Appia | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Appia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
