1962 Alpine A 108 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 Alpine A 108. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Alpine A 108 would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru Leone (68 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1962 Alpine A 108. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1962 Alpine A 108. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Subaru Leone weights approximately 275 kg more than 1962 Alpine A 108. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Alpine A 108. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Alpine A 108. (58 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 1972 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Alpine A 108.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Alpine A 108 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | A 108 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1962 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 845 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 49 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 58 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 595 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2450 mm |
