1959 Austin A 55 vs. 1982 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1982 Subaru Leone is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin A 55. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin A 55 would be higher. At 1,489 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Austin A 55 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1959 Austin A 55. (54 HP @ 4350 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1959 Austin A 55. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin A 55 weights approximately 298 kg more than 1982 Subaru Leone.
Because 1959 Austin A 55 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 Austin A 55. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1982 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, 1982 Subaru Leone (100 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Austin A 55. (68 Nm). This means 1982 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Austin A 55.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Austin A 55 | 1982 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 55 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 54 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4350 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2390 mm |
