1960 Lancia Appia vs. 2005 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2005 Subaru Outback is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Outback (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 203 more horse power than 1960 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Outback should accelerate faster than 1960 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Outback weights approximately 649 kg more than 1960 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Outback is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1960 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Outback (339 Nm) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1960 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Outback will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1960 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Lancia Appia | 2005 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Appia | Outback |
| Year Released | 1960 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 339 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 8.2:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1549 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1610 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.3 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
