1957 Lancia Appia vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Subaru Leone is newer by 31 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru Leone weights approximately 190 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 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, 1988 Subaru Leone, 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, 1988 Subaru Leone (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Appia | Leone |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
