1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2003 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2003 Subaru Outback is newer by 46 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 2,456 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Outback weights approximately 675 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 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Subaru Outback 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, 2003 Subaru Outback (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Lancia Appia | 2003 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Appia | Outback |
| Year Released | 1957 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1515 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1590 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
