1981 Ford Fiesta vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Subaru Leone is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Fiesta would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Fiesta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Fiesta (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Fiesta should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru Leone weights approximately 230 kg more than 1981 Ford Fiesta.
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, 1981 Ford Fiesta (126 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Fiesta | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Fiesta | Leone |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3570 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2470 mm |