1971 Fiat 500 vs. 1991 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Subaru Leone is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Fiat 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Fiat 500 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1971 Fiat 500. (18 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1971 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Subaru Leone weights approximately 520 kg more than 1971 Fiat 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Fiat 500 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 1971 Fiat 500. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 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, 1991 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Fiat 500. (27 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1991 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Fiat 500 | 1991 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | 500 | Leone |
Year Released | 1971 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 497 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 18 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 27 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 510 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2980 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1330 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |