1975 Fiat 124 vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Fiat 124 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Fiat 124. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1975 Fiat 124. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Fiat 124 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Because 1975 Fiat 124 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 1975 Fiat 124. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Subaru Leone (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Fiat 124. (87 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1971 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Fiat 124.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Fiat 124 | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 124 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
