1957 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 48 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (168 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1957 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1957 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 682 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 2005 Subaru Legacy 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, 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 (225 Nm) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1957 Lancia Appia | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Appia | Legacy |
Year Released | 1957 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1091 cc | 2458 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 87 Nm | 225 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 100 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1522 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |