1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1977 Subaru Leone is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Subaru Leone weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Alfasud | Leone |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1186 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
