1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa vs. 1991 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Subaru Leone is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa would be higher. At 1,985 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (190 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Subaru Leone weights approximately 304 kg more than 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa.
Because 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa 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 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa (205 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Leone.
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1961 Ferrari 500 Testarossa | 1991 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
Model | 500 Testarossa | Leone |
Year Released | 1961 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1985 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 205 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 680 kg | 984 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |