1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Peugeot 408
To start off, 2012 Peugeot 408 is newer by 33 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Peugeot 408 (110 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Peugeot 408 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Peugeot 408. 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, 2012 Peugeot 408 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Peugeot 408 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 2012 Peugeot 408 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. 2012 Peugeot 408 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 2012 Peugeot 408 | |
| Make | Subaru | Peugeot |
| Model | Leone | 408 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1587 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 147 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1815 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2710 mm |
