1977 Lada 1200 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Lada 1200. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Lada 1200 would be higher. At 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Lada 1200. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1977 Lada 1200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Lada 1200 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Because 1977 Lada 1200 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 1977 Lada 1200. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Lada 1200. (85 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Lada 1200.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Lada 1200 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lada | Subaru |
| Model | 1200 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1197 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2390 mm |
