1958 Alpine A 106 vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1981 Subaru Leone is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Alpine A 106. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Alpine A 106 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1958 Alpine A 106. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1958 Alpine A 106. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Subaru Leone weights approximately 265 kg more than 1958 Alpine A 106. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Alpine A 106 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 1958 Alpine A 106. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Alpine A 106. (57 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1981 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Alpine A 106.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Alpine A 106 | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | A 106 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 555 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2390 mm |
