1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Subaru Leone is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia (82 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia weights approximately 223 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia 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 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Subaru Leone (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia. (104 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Alfa Romeo Giulia | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Giulia | Leone |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 74 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
