1969 Lancia Flavia vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Lancia Flavia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Lancia Flavia would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1969 Lancia Flavia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 336 kg more than 1969 Lancia Flavia. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Lancia Flavia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Lancia Flavia. (193 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Lancia Flavia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Lancia Flavia | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Flavia | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1991 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 165 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1190 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1370 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1520 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 38 L | 64 L |
