1986 Lancia Delta vs. 2001 Subaru Outback
To start off, 2001 Subaru Outback is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,455 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Outback is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Lancia Delta (163 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2001 Subaru Outback. (154 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 2001 Subaru Outback. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Outback weights approximately 310 kg more than 1986 Lancia Delta.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Lancia Delta (291 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Subaru Outback. (223 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Subaru Outback.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Lancia Delta | 2001 Subaru Outback | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Delta | Outback |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2455 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 154 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 223 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 79 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1490 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2660 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 48 L | 64 L |
