1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 44 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (187 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2003 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 98 kg more than 2003 Subaru Legacy.
Because 2003 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, 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 (196 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 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 | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Flaminia | Legacy |
Year Released | 1959 | 2003 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2458 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 187 HP |
Torque | 187 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1438 kg | 1340 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2680 mm |