1978 Lancia Megagamma vs. 1989 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1989 Subaru Legacy is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lancia Megagamma would be higher. At 2,484 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lancia Megagamma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (138 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lancia Megagamma should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 200 kg more than 1978 Lancia Megagamma.
Because 1989 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Lancia Megagamma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1978 Lancia Megagamma (206 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Legacy. (146 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1978 Lancia Megagamma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Lancia Megagamma | 1989 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Megagamma | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2484 cc | 1820 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | boxer |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 206 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2590 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |
