1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti
To start off, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti is newer by 31 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti (94 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti weights approximately 430 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, 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 2010 Chevrolet Lacetti | |
| Make | Subaru | Chevrolet |
| Model | Leone | Lacetti |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |
