1981 Subaru Leone vs. 2005 Suzuki Alto
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Alto is newer by 24 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2005 Suzuki Alto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Suzuki Alto weights approximately 56 kg more than 1981 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, 1981 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Suzuki Alto. (87 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1981 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Suzuki Alto.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Leone | 2005 Suzuki Alto | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Leone | Alto |
| Year Released | 1981 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1061 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 62 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 3500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |
