1979 Subaru Leone vs. 1975 Triumph Spitfire
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph Spitfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph Spitfire would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph Spitfire (71 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph Spitfire should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 185 kg more than 1975 Triumph Spitfire.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Triumph Spitfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1975 Triumph Spitfire (111 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph Spitfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 1975 Triumph Spitfire | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | Leone | Spitfire |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 815 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3740 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1450 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1210 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2110 mm |
