1957 Fiat 1100 vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1972 Subaru Leone is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Fiat 1100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Fiat 1100 would be higher. At 1,089 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Fiat 1100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru Leone (52 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1957 Fiat 1100. (49 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1957 Fiat 1100. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Fiat 1100 weights approximately 75 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Because 1957 Fiat 1100 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1957 Fiat 1100. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1972 Subaru Leone (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1957 Fiat 1100. (73 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1972 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1957 Fiat 1100.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Fiat 1100 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1100 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1089 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 73 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |
