1982 Fiat Vivace vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1982 Fiat Vivace is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1982 Fiat Vivace. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Subaru Leone weights approximately 15 kg more than 1982 Fiat Vivace. 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, 1975 Subaru Leone (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Fiat Vivace. (102 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Fiat Vivace.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Fiat Vivace | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Vivace | Leone |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1372 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 55.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 810 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3750 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
