1971 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 40 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Lotus Exige weights approximately 167 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Lotus Exige 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 2011 Lotus Exige. 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (230 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1971 Subaru Leone | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
Make | Subaru | Lotus |
Model | Leone | Exige |
Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1800 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 8000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 942 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3797 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1727 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1158 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2299 mm |