1978 Innocenti Mini vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Subaru Leone is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Innocenti Mini. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Innocenti Mini would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (48 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1978 Innocenti Mini. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru Leone weights approximately 254 kg more than 1978 Innocenti Mini. 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, 1987 Subaru Leone (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Innocenti Mini. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1987 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Innocenti Mini.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Innocenti Mini | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Innocenti | Subaru |
| Model | Mini | Leone |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 998 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 48 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 69 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 726 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2050 mm | 2470 mm |
