1976 Lancia Beta vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Lancia Beta (115 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Lancia Beta weights approximately 20 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1976 Lancia Beta (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1976 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Beta | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Beta | Leone |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 176 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
