1959 Porsche 356 vs. 1986 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1986 Subaru Leone is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Porsche 356 (75 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru Leone weights approximately 194 kg more than 1959 Porsche 356.
Because 1959 Porsche 356 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 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Porsche 356. (119 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Porsche 356.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Porsche 356 | 1986 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 356 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1582 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 838 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2470 mm |
