1962 Abarth 700 vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1972 Subaru Leone is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Abarth 700 (63 HP @ 7600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Subaru Leone weights approximately 199 kg more than 1962 Abarth 700.
Because 1962 Abarth 700 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 1962 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Subaru Leone (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1972 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Abarth 700 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 700 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 696 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 576 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
