1973 Seat 1430 vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Subaru Leone is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Seat 1430. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Seat 1430 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1973 Seat 1430. (38 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1973 Seat 1430. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru Leone weights approximately 55 kg more than 1973 Seat 1430. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Seat 1430 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 Seat 1430. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1987 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Seat 1430. (88 Nm @ 1900 RPM). This means 1987 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Seat 1430.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Seat 1430 | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | 1430 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1987 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1489 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 88 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 975 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2470 mm |
