1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2001 Skoda Fabia
To start off, 2001 Skoda Fabia is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,390 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 254 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2001 Skoda Fabia (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 2001 Skoda Fabia has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Skoda Fabia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 2001 Skoda Fabia | |
| Make | Subaru | Skoda |
| Model | Leone | Fabia |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1390 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
