1975 Subaru Leone vs. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90
To start off, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,391 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (109 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 weights approximately 425 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 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 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 1986 Alfa Romeo 90. 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, 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 (235 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Subaru Leone | 1986 Alfa Romeo 90 | |
| Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Leone | 90 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1986 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2391 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 235 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 90 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2520 mm |
