1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia (105 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 140 kg more than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (133 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Giulia | Leone |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1570 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 1110 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |
