1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 190 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (52 HP @ 4900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 645 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 Legacy 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 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (87 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Appia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1090 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 297 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 89.2 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 64 L |
