1959 Fiat 1200 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Subaru Leone is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1200 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1959 Fiat 1200. (57 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1959 Fiat 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1200 weights approximately 80 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Because 1959 Fiat 1200 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 Fiat 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Subaru Leone (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Fiat 1200. (83 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Fiat 1200. 1975 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1959 Fiat 1200 has manual transmission. 1959 Fiat 1200 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1200 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 1200 | Leone |
Year Released | 1959 | 1975 |
Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1220 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 83 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 72 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |