1982 Lancia Delta vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1982 Lancia Delta is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Lancia Delta. (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1982 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Subaru Leone weights approximately 5 kg more than 1982 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Subaru Leone (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lancia Delta. (105 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lancia Delta | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Delta | Leone |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
