1958 Lancia Appia vs. 1999 Subaru Outback
To start off, 1999 Subaru Outback is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Outback (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1958 Lancia Appia. (43 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1958 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Outback weights approximately 626 kg more than 1958 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 Subaru Outback (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 146 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Appia | 1999 Subaru Outback | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Appia | Outback |
Year Released | 1958 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 43 HP | 154 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 223 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 864 kg | 1490 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1550 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |