1980 Lancia Delta vs. 2007 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1980 Lancia Delta. (106 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1980 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 537 kg more than 1980 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Lancia Delta. (136 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Lancia Delta | 2007 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Delta | Legacy |
Year Released | 1980 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1585 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 136 Nm | 229 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 197 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1512 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 64 L |