1960 Lancia Flavia vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1973 Subaru Leone is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,488 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Lancia Flavia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1960 Lancia Flavia (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1960 Lancia Flavia should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Lancia Flavia weights approximately 415 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1960 Lancia Flavia is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1960 Lancia Flavia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1960 Lancia Flavia (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1960 Lancia Flavia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1960 Lancia Flavia | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Flavia | Leone |
Year Released | 1960 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |