1980 Bitter SC vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1980 Bitter SC is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,968 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Bitter SC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Bitter SC (178 HP) has 118 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Bitter SC should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Bitter SC weights approximately 555 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Bitter SC is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1980 Bitter SC. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1980 Bitter SC (248 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Bitter SC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone. 1972 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1980 Bitter SC has manual transmission. 1980 Bitter SC will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Bitter SC | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Bitter | Subaru |
| Model | SC | Leone |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2968 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 178 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 248 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
