1999 Lancia Lybra vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Lancia Lybra is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,579 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lancia Lybra (89 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1989 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1989 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 270 kg more than 1989 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Lancia Lybra (186 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Lancia Lybra | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Lybra | Leone |
Year Released | 1999 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1579 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2470 mm |