1978 Subaru Leone vs. 1994 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 1994 Subaru Impreza is newer by 16 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Impreza (208 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 285 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1994 Subaru Impreza (270 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Subaru Leone | 1994 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Leone | Impreza |
Year Released | 1978 | 1994 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 208 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1285 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4360 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |