1996 Lancia Delta vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Lancia Delta is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Lancia Delta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Lancia Delta (89 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Lancia Delta should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Lancia Delta weights approximately 330 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1996 Lancia Delta (186 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Lancia Delta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Delta | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Delta | Leone |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
