1980 Lancia Beta vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1980 Lancia Beta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (81 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Lancia Beta weights approximately 50 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone 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, 1980 Lancia Beta (108 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Beta | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Beta | Leone |
Year Released | 1980 | 1973 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 108 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |