1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2009 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Subaru Impreza is newer by 30 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Impreza (148 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 370 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.
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, 2009 Subaru Impreza (196 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Leone | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 196 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1476 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2619 mm |
