1970 Fiat Dino vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1980 Subaru Leone is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Fiat Dino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Fiat Dino would be higher. At 2,416 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Fiat Dino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Fiat Dino (177 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Fiat Dino should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Fiat Dino weights approximately 580 kg more than 1980 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 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 1970 Fiat Dino. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1970 Fiat Dino (220 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 119 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1970 Fiat Dino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Fiat Dino | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Dino | Leone |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2416 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2390 mm |
