1959 Abarth 600 vs. 1989 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Subaru Leone is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Abarth 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Abarth 600 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1959 Abarth 600. (41 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1959 Abarth 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru Leone weights approximately 445 kg more than 1959 Abarth 600. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Abarth 600 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 1959 Abarth 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1989 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, 1989 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Abarth 600. (54 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Abarth 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Abarth 600 | 1989 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 747 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 41 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2470 mm |
