1995 Lancia Zeta vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1995 Lancia Zeta is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Lancia Zeta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lancia Zeta (145 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lancia Zeta should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lancia Zeta weights approximately 650 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lancia Zeta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone 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, 1995 Lancia Zeta (236 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1995 Lancia Zeta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Lancia Zeta | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Zeta | Leone |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
