1979 Lancia Stratos 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 Stratos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Stratos would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (136 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 2005 Subaru Legacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 356 kg more than 1979 Lancia Stratos.
Because 2005 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Stratos. 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, 1979 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Lancia Stratos | 2005 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Stratos | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 136 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 92.5 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 984 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2680 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.1 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 64 L |
