1962 Lancia Appia vs. 2013 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2013 Subaru Forester is newer by 51 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 2,500 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Forester (168 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Appia. (47 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Appia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Forester weights approximately 628 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 2013 Subaru Forester is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Appia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Forester (236 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Appia. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Appia | Forester |
Year Released | 1962 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1089 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | electric |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 77 Nm | 236 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 99 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 79 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1528 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4560 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 2006 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2615 mm |