2006 Lancia Thesis vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Lancia Thesis is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,387 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 Lancia Thesis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Lancia Thesis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Lancia Thesis should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Lancia Thesis weights approximately 735 kg more than 1985 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, 2006 Lancia Thesis (306 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Lancia Thesis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lancia Thesis | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Thesis | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2387 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1715 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2470 mm |
