1971 Alpine A 310 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Alpine A 310. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Alpine A 310 would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Alpine A 310 (124 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Alpine A 310 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 160 kg more than 1971 Alpine A 310.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Alpine A 310. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 Alpine A 310 (150 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Alpine A 310 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Alpine A 310 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Alpine | Subaru |
| Model | A 310 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1605 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2280 mm | 2390 mm |
