1978 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette
To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 34 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 7,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (505 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 439 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 440 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 2012 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 2012 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Subaru Leone | 2012 Chevrolet Corvette | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Leone | Corvette |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 7000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 505 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1928 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1237 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2685 mm |
