1983 Lancia Beta vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Beta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Beta would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1983 Lancia Beta. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1983 Lancia Beta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 279 kg more than 1983 Lancia Beta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Lancia Beta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Beta. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Beta.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Lancia Beta | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Beta | Legacy |
Year Released | 1983 | 2004 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1036 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |