1985 Lancia Delta vs. 2009 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2009 Subaru Legacy is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Legacy (163 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Delta. (140 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 433 kg more than 1985 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 1985 Lancia Delta (191 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Subaru Legacy. (187 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1985 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Lancia Delta | 2009 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Delta | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1585 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 191 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 75 mm |
| Top Speed | 203 km/hour | 214 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.7 seconds | 9.8 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1002 kg | 1435 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2680 mm |
