1972 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Fiat 500
To start off, 2010 Fiat 500 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 2010 Fiat 500. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2010 Fiat 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Fiat 500 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1972 Subaru Leone (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Fiat 500. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Fiat 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Subaru Leone | 2010 Fiat 500 | |
| Make | Subaru | Fiat |
| Model | Leone | 500 |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1242 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
