1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is newer by 2 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 1,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud weights approximately 95 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, 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Alfa Romeo Alfasud | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
Model | Alfasud | Leone |
Year Released | 1983 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1350 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |