1983 Holden Camira vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1983 Holden Camira is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1983 Holden Camira is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Holden Camira (86 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Holden Camira should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Holden Camira weights approximately 220 kg more than 1980 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 Holden Camira (125 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1983 Holden Camira will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Holden Camira | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Camira | Leone |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 125 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
