1977 Subaru Leone vs. 1998 Venturi Atlantique
To start off, 1998 Venturi Atlantique is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,946 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Venturi Atlantique is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (306 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 240 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Venturi Atlantique should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Venturi Atlantique weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Venturi Atlantique. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 1998 Venturi Atlantique (402 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 292 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Venturi Atlantique will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Subaru Leone | 1998 Venturi Atlantique | |
| Make | Subaru | Venturi |
| Model | Leone | Atlantique |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 402 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1190 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
