1980 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Nissan Cube
To start off, 2011 Nissan Cube is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Nissan Cube is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Nissan Cube (122 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Nissan Cube should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Nissan Cube weights approximately 445 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.
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, 2011 Nissan Cube (172 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Nissan Cube will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Subaru Leone | 2011 Nissan Cube | |
| Make | Subaru | Nissan |
| Model | Leone | Cube |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 122 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1265 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1651 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
