1980 Subaru Coupe vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1980 Subaru Coupe is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Coupe. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Coupe. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Subaru Coupe weights approximately 143 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Subaru Coupe (114 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Subaru Coupe | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Coupe | Leone |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 114 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 918 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4160 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
