1962 Lancia Flavia vs. 2008 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2008 Subaru Legacy is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (76 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1962 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 210 kg more than 1962 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Subaru Legacy (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 72 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Lancia Flavia. (115 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Lancia Flavia | 2008 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Flavia | Legacy |
Year Released | 1962 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1488 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 11.1:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1400 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 64 L |