1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Legacy (160 HP) has 59 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 13 kg more than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Subaru Legacy (245 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Lancia Flaminia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Lancia Flaminia | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Flaminia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2458 cc | 2211 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Horse Power | 101 HP | 160 HP |
| Torque | 187 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2590 mm |
