1964 Fiat 500 vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Subaru Leone is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1964 Fiat 500. (22 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1964 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Leone weights approximately 484 kg more than 1964 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1964 Fiat 500 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 1964 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Fiat 500. (36 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Fiat 500 | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 500 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 499 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 22 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 36 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 546 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3190 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2470 mm |
