1969 Alfa Romeo Junior vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Subaru Leone is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru Leone weights approximately 10 kg more than 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior.
Because 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior 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 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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, 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior (115 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Alfa Romeo Junior will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Alfa Romeo Junior | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Junior | Leone |
Year Released | 1969 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 86 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 115 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3910 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2470 mm |