1974 Lancia Beta vs. 2012 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2012 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Subaru Legacy (170 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1974 Lancia Beta. (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 444 kg more than 1974 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Subaru Legacy (230 Nm) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Lancia Beta. (165 Nm). This means 2012 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Lancia Beta | 2012 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Beta | Legacy |
Year Released | 1974 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 165 Nm | 230 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1484 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4775 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1780 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2750 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 70 L |