1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 380 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Delta | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Delta | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
