1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Lotus Exige
To start off, 2011 Lotus Exige is newer by 32 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 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Lotus Exige (257 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 91 kg more than 2011 Lotus Exige.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Lotus Exige. 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, 2011 Lotus Exige (236 Nm @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 2011 Lotus Exige | |
| Make | Subaru | Lotus |
| Model | Leone | Exige |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 257 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 8000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 909 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3797 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1727 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1158 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2299 mm |
