1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2005 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2005 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 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 2,998 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 157 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 530 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 2005 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, 2005 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, 2005 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 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 | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Delta | Legacy |
Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 2998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 297 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89.2 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 63.9 mm | 80 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 175 km/hour | 237 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 11 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1440 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |