1956 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 49 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), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 207 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 630 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (339 Nm) has 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Appia. (78 Nm). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Appia | Legacy |
Year Released | 1956 | 2005 |
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 | 250 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 78 Nm | 339 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |