1977 Lancia Beta vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1977 Lancia Beta is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Lancia Beta (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lancia Beta weights approximately 200 kg more than 1975 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, 1975 Subaru Leone (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lancia Beta | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Beta | Leone |
Year Released | 1977 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 60 mm |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |