1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 26 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 2,458 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Subaru Impreza (166 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 530 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.
Because 2005 Subaru Impreza is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (225 Nm) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Leone | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2458 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
