1971 Subaru Leone vs. 1978 Fiat 131
To start off, 1978 Fiat 131 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Fiat 131 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Subaru Leone (68 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 131. (59 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 131. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Fiat 131 weights approximately 420 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Because 1978 Fiat 131 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 1978 Fiat 131. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1978 Fiat 131 (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Fiat 131 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone. 1978 Fiat 131 has automatic transmission and 1971 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1971 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1978 Fiat 131 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Subaru Leone | 1978 Fiat 131 | |
| Make | Subaru | Fiat |
| Model | Leone | 131 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
