1959 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Subaru Justy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Justy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Justy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Justy (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Justy should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Appia weights approximately 40 kg more than 2005 Subaru Justy.
Because 2005 Subaru Justy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Justy 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 Justy (106 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Justy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Appia | 2005 Subaru Justy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Appia | Justy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 106 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 910 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 3850 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2370 mm |
