1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2013 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2013 Subaru Impreza is newer by 34 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Subaru Impreza (146 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 360 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, 2013 Subaru Impreza (197 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2013 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 | 2013 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Leone | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 146 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Single Speed |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 985 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4415 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1988 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2645 mm |
