1969 Fiat Dino vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Subaru Leone is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,419 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Fiat Dino (180 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Fiat Dino weights approximately 210 kg more than 1987 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1969 Fiat Dino 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 Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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 Fiat Dino (216 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1969 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Fiat Dino | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Dino | Leone |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2419 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 180 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2470 mm |
