1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (77 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 20 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (121 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Alfasud | Leone |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
