1970 Alpine A 110 vs. 1986 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1986 Subaru Leone is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Alpine A 110. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Alpine A 110 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Alpine A 110 (118 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Alpine A 110 should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru Leone weights approximately 400 kg more than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Because 1970 Alpine A 110 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 1970 Alpine A 110. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Alpine A 110. (122 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Alpine A 110.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Alpine A 110 | 1986 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | A 110 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 630 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1140 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2470 mm |
