1996 Lancia Ypsilon vs. 2004 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2004 Subaru Legacy is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Lancia Ypsilon would be higher. At 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Subaru Legacy (165 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (79 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 593 kg more than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Subaru Legacy 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, 2004 Subaru Legacy (225 Nm) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon. (112 Nm). This means 2004 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Lancia Ypsilon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Lancia Ypsilon | 2004 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Ypsilon | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1370 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 165 HP |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1513 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
