1956 Lancia Aurelia vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (247 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 420 kg more than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. 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 1956 Lancia Aurelia. 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 (304 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1956 Lancia Aurelia. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1956 Lancia Aurelia has manual transmission. 1956 Lancia Aurelia will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1956 Lancia Aurelia 2003 Subaru Legacy
Make Lancia Subaru
Model Aurelia Legacy
Year Released 1956 2003
Body Type Convertible Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2451 cc 3000 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Valves per Cylinder 2 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 115 HP 247 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 6600 RPM
Torque 186 Nm 304 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 4200 RPM
Engine Bore Size 80 mm 89.2 mm
Engine Stroke Size 81.5 mm 80 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.7:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 2 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 1060 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4210 mm 4690 mm
Vehicle Width 1560 mm 1740 mm
Vehicle Height 1510 mm 1480 mm
Wheelbase Size 2460 mm 2680 mm


 

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