1968 Alfa Romeo GTA vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (96 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 210 kg more than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA (140 Nm) has 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm). This means 1968 Alfa Romeo GTA will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Alfa Romeo GTA | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | GTA | Leone |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 140 Nm | 110 Nm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2360 mm | 2450 mm |