1981 Subaru Leone vs. 2001 Honda Civic
To start off, 2001 Honda Civic is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,590 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Civic (108 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Civic weights approximately 272 kg more than 1981 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, 2001 Honda Civic (135 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone. 2001 Honda Civic has automatic transmission and 1981 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1981 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Honda Civic will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Leone | 2001 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Leone | Civic |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1590 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1092 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2630 mm |
