1959 Lancia Flaminia vs. 2010 Subaru Legacy

To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 51 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (148 HP) has 47 more horse power than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (101 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 120 kg more than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Lancia Flaminia. (187 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 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 2010 Subaru Legacy
Make Lancia Subaru
Model Flaminia Legacy
Year Released 1959 2010
Body Type Coupe Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2458 cc 1998 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V boxer
Horse Power 101 HP 148 HP
Torque 187 Nm 350 Nm
Torque RPM 3500 RPM 1800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear AWD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1438 kg 1558 kg
Vehicle Length 4690 mm 4775 mm
Vehicle Width 1750 mm 1780 mm
Vehicle Height 1430 mm 1535 mm
Wheelbase Size 2760 mm 2750 mm