1975 Subaru Leone vs. 1990 Peugeot 309
To start off, 1990 Peugeot 309 is newer by 15 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, 1990 Peugeot 309 (91 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Peugeot 309 should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Peugeot 309 weights approximately 65 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.
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, 1990 Peugeot 309 (135 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1990 Peugeot 309 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 1990 Peugeot 309 has automatic transmission and 1975 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1975 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Peugeot 309 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Subaru Leone | 1990 Peugeot 309 | |
| Make | Subaru | Peugeot |
| Model | Leone | 309 |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1580 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 73 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
