1975 Subaru Leone vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Subaru Leone is newer by 13 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru Leone weights approximately 155 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Subaru Leone | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Leone | Leone |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
