1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2013 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2013 Subaru Legacy is newer by 34 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Legacy (252 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 177 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 676 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 2013 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Subaru Legacy (335 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Delta | Legacy |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1301 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 252 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 335 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 91 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1611 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4755 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2050 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1505 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2750 mm |