1957 Abarth 750 vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1977 Subaru Leone is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Abarth 750. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Abarth 750 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Subaru Leone (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1957 Abarth 750. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1957 Abarth 750. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Subaru Leone weights approximately 415 kg more than 1957 Abarth 750. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Abarth 750. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone 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, 1977 Subaru Leone (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Abarth 750. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1977 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Abarth 750.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Abarth 750 | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 750 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
