1965 Lancia Flaminia vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1974 Subaru Leone is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Lancia Flaminia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Lancia Flaminia would be higher. At 2,774 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Lancia Flaminia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (148 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Lancia Flaminia should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Lancia Flaminia weights approximately 645 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Lancia Flaminia 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 1965 Lancia Flaminia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1965 Lancia Flaminia (225 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1965 Lancia Flaminia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Lancia Flaminia | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Flaminia | Leone |
Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2774 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 225 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |