2001 Lancia Lybra vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Lancia Lybra is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Lancia Lybra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lancia Lybra (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lancia Lybra should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Lancia Lybra weights approximately 425 kg more than 1975 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, 2001 Lancia Lybra (144 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Lancia Lybra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lancia Lybra | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Lybra | Leone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 144 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |
