1978 Subaru Leone vs. 1979 Bitter SC
To start off, 1979 Bitter SC is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Bitter SC (177 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Bitter SC weights approximately 356 kg more than 1978 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Bitter SC. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1979 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 138 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1979 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone. 1979 Bitter SC has automatic transmission and 1978 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1978 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1979 Bitter SC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Subaru Leone | 1979 Bitter SC | |
| Make | Subaru | Bitter |
| Model | Leone | SC |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2968 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 248 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1356 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4920 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2690 mm |
