1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1971 Subaru FF-1
To start off, 1971 Subaru FF-1 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,090 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Lancia Appia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Subaru FF-1 (65 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Subaru FF-1 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Lancia Appia weights approximately 164 kg more than 1971 Subaru FF-1.
Because 1957 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 1957 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Subaru FF-1, 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, 1971 Subaru FF-1 (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Subaru FF-1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1971 Subaru FF-1 | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Appia | FF-1 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 43 HP | 65 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 696 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2430 mm |
