1973 Fiat 126 vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, both 1973 Fiat 126 and 1973 Subaru Leone were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Subaru Leone (60 HP) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Fiat 126. (23 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1973 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Subaru Leone weights approximately 215 kg more than 1973 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Fiat 126 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 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Subaru Leone (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Fiat 126. (39 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Fiat 126. 1973 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1973 Fiat 126 has manual transmission. 1973 Fiat 126 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Fiat 126 | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 126 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 594 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 39 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 580 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |
