1961 Lancia Appia vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 42 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1961 Lancia Appia. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1961 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 611 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 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Lancia Appia. (85 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Lancia Appia | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Appia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 145 km/hour | 201 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 789 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
