1980 Subaru Leone vs. 1959 Volvo 120
To start off, 1980 Subaru Leone is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Volvo 120. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Volvo 120 would be higher. At 1,580 cc (4 cylinders), 1959 Volvo 120 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Volvo 120 (76 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Volvo 120 should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Volvo 120 weights approximately 175 kg more than 1980 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Volvo 120 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 1959 Volvo 120. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1959 Volvo 120 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Volvo 120 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Subaru Leone | 1959 Volvo 120 | |
Make | Subaru | Volvo |
Model | Leone | 120 |
Year Released | 1980 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1580 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2610 mm |