1989 Lancia Delta vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Lancia Delta is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,929 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Lancia Delta (79 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Lancia Delta weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1989 Lancia Delta (172 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Lancia Delta | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Delta | Leone |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1929 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2470 mm |
