1976 Lancia Gamma vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Lancia Gamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Lancia Gamma would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Lancia Gamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (250 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (140 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1976 Lancia Gamma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 188 kg more than 1976 Lancia Gamma. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Lancia Gamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (340 Nm) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Lancia Gamma. (206 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Lancia Gamma.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Lancia Gamma | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Gamma | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 102 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1338 kg | 1526 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
