1978 Lancia Beta vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1978 Lancia Beta. (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 584 kg more than 1978 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Lancia Beta. (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Lancia Beta. 2007 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1978 Lancia Beta has manual transmission. 1978 Lancia Beta will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lancia Beta | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Beta | Legacy |
Year Released | 1978 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1584 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 49 L | 64 L |