1962 Lancia Appia vs. 1992 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Subaru Leone is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Appia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Appia would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Leone weights approximately 30 kg more than 1962 Lancia Appia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1962 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 1962 Lancia Appia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Leone, 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, 1992 Subaru Leone (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 1992 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Appia | Leone |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2470 mm |
