1963 Abarth 1600 vs. 1986 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1986 Subaru Leone is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Abarth 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Abarth 1600 would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Abarth 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Abarth 1600 (155 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Abarth 1600 should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru Leone weights approximately 236 kg more than 1963 Abarth 1600.
Because 1963 Abarth 1600 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 1963 Abarth 1600. 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, 1963 Abarth 1600 (167 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Abarth 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Abarth 1600 | 1986 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Abarth | Subaru |
| Model | 1600 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1588 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 167 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 744 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1130 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2100 mm | 2470 mm |
