1959 Abarth 1000 vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1973 Subaru Leone is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 1000 would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Abarth 1000 (88 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Abarth 1000 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Subaru Leone weights approximately 270 kg more than 1959 Abarth 1000.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Abarth 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1959 Abarth 1000 (97 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Abarth 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 1000 | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 1000 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 97 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |
