1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1978 Subaru Leone is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 would be higher. At 1,884 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Subaru Leone (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. (63 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 weights approximately 250 kg more than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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.
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1954 Alfa Romeo AR 51 | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | AR 51 | Leone |
Year Released | 1954 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1884 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3530 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2450 mm |