1967 Fiat 600 vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1974 Subaru Leone is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Subaru Leone (60 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1967 Fiat 600. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1967 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 Fiat 600 weights approximately 35 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Because 1967 Fiat 600 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 1967 Fiat 600. 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 49 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1974 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Fiat 600. 1974 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1967 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1967 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Fiat 600 | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 767 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1450 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |
