1966 Fiat OT vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1981 Subaru Leone is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Fiat OT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Fiat OT would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Fiat OT (75 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Fiat OT should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Subaru Leone weights approximately 65 kg more than 1966 Fiat OT.
Because 1966 Fiat OT 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 1966 Fiat OT. 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, 1966 Fiat OT (134 Nm) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm). This means 1966 Fiat OT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Fiat OT | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | OT | Leone |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1280 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 755 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3610 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2390 mm |
