1965 Abarth 700 vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1974 Subaru Leone is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Abarth 700. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Abarth 700 would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Abarth 700 (63 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Abarth 700 should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Subaru Leone weights approximately 225 kg more than 1965 Abarth 700.
Because 1965 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 1965 Abarth 700. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Subaru Leone (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Abarth 700. (69 Nm @ 5800 RPM). This means 1974 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Abarth 700.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Abarth 700 | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Abarth | Subaru |
Model | 700 | Leone |
Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 696 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 63 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 69 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 570 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3480 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1360 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |