1977 Lancia Beta vs. 2000 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2000 Subaru Legacy is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Subaru Legacy (153 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1977 Lancia Beta. (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1977 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 365 kg more than 1977 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 Subaru Legacy (197 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2000 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1977 Lancia Beta | 2000 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Beta | Legacy |
Year Released | 1977 | 2000 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 153 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |