1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1986 Subaru 1.8
To start off, 1986 Subaru 1.8 is newer by 29 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Subaru 1.8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru 1.8 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1957 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1986 Subaru 1.8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Subaru 1.8 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, 1986 Subaru 1.8 (197 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru 1.8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1986 Subaru 1.8 | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Appia | 1.8 |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 7.7:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 190 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
