1977 Ford Fiesta vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Subaru Leone is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (40 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1977 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Leone weights approximately 315 kg more than 1977 Ford Fiesta. 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 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Ford Fiesta. (64 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Ford Fiesta | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fiesta | Leone |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1990 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 957 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 64 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 715 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2470 mm |
