1992 Lancia Delta vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Lancia Delta is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Lancia Delta (208 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Lancia Delta weights approximately 482 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Lancia Delta is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Lancia Delta 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, 1992 Lancia Delta (310 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Lancia Delta | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Delta | Leone |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1302 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2390 mm |
