1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 45 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 178 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 733 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 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (306 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Appia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Lancia Appia | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Appia | Forester |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 77 Nm | 306 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 74.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 37 L | 60 L |
