1958 Peugeot 203 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Peugeot 203. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Peugeot 203 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1958 Peugeot 203. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1958 Peugeot 203. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Peugeot 203 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Because 1958 Peugeot 203 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 Peugeot 203. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Peugeot 203. (78 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Peugeot 203.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Peugeot 203 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 203 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1288 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 78 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2470 mm |
