1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Subaru Leone weights approximately 60 kg more than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1976 Subaru Leone (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. (111 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Alfasud | Leone |
Year Released | 1978 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1351 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 111 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 67.2 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |