1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Proton Satria
To start off, 2012 Proton Satria 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 Proton Satria (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Proton Satria should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Proton Satria weights approximately 174 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 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Proton Satria. 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 Proton Satria (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Proton Satria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 2012 Proton Satria | |
| Make | Subaru | Proton |
| Model | Leone | Satria |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 148 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1159 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3910 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
