1961 Lancia Appia vs. 1981 Subaru DL
To start off, 1981 Subaru DL is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru DL is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (55 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Subaru DL weights approximately 15 kg more than 1961 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1961 Lancia Appia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1961 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru DL, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Subaru DL (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Subaru DL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 1981 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Appia | DL |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 55 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
