1975 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Fiat Bravo
To start off, 2012 Fiat Bravo is newer by 37 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Fiat Bravo (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Fiat Bravo should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Fiat Bravo weights approximately 495 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, 2012 Fiat Bravo (206 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Fiat Bravo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Subaru Leone | 2012 Fiat Bravo | |
| Make | Subaru | Fiat |
| Model | Leone | Bravo |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1367 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 76 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 72 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
