1958 Fiat 1400 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Subaru Leone is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Fiat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Fiat 1400 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1958 Fiat 1400. (53 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1958 Fiat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Fiat 1400 weights approximately 225 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Fiat 1400. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Subaru Leone (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Fiat 1400. (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Fiat 1400.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Fiat 1400 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 1400 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1165 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
