1969 Fiat 600 vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1971 Subaru Leone is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat 600 would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Subaru Leone (68 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1969 Fiat 600. (23 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1969 Fiat 600. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat 600 weights approximately 70 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Because 1969 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 1969 Fiat 600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Subaru Leone (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Fiat 600. (45 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Fiat 600. 1971 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1969 Fiat 600 has manual transmission. 1969 Fiat 600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat 600 | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 600 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1971 |
| 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 | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 45 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 760 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 |
