1980 Lancia Beta vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Lancia Beta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Lancia Beta (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Lancia Beta should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 30 kg more than 1980 Lancia Beta.
Because 1985 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, 1985 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 (165 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Lancia Beta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Lancia Beta | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Beta | Leone |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2470 mm |
