1959 Fiat 1800 vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Subaru Leone is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Fiat 1800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Fiat 1800 would be higher. At 1,796 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Fiat 1800 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Fiat 1800 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Fiat 1800 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Fiat 1800 weights approximately 235 kg more than 1990 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Fiat 1800 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 1800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1959 Fiat 1800 (127 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1959 Fiat 1800 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Fiat 1800 | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 1800 | Leone |
Year Released | 1959 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 75 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |