1983 Lancia Delta vs. 1986 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1986 Subaru Leone is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Lancia Delta (75 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru Leone weights approximately 95 kg more than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1986 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Lancia Delta. (106 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Lancia Delta | 1986 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Delta | Leone |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1301 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
