1998 Lancia Delta vs. 2003 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (162 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1998 Lancia Delta. (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1998 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 142 kg more than 1998 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 Subaru Legacy (226 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Lancia Delta. (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lancia Delta | 2003 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Delta | Legacy |
Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1580 cc | 2457 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 162 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 99.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 79 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1362 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4670 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2680 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |