1963 Fiat 1300 vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1981 Subaru Leone is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Fiat 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Fiat 1300 would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Fiat 1300. (64 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1963 Fiat 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Fiat 1300 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Because 1963 Fiat 1300 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 Fiat 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1981 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Fiat 1300. (93 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1981 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Fiat 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Fiat 1300 | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 1300 | Leone |
Year Released | 1963 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1295 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |