1983 Mini MK IV vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1983 Mini MK IV is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Leone (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1983 Mini MK IV. (34 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1983 Mini MK IV. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 375 kg more than 1983 Mini MK IV. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Mini MK IV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 1979 Subaru Leone (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mini MK IV. (61 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mini MK IV.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mini MK IV | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | MK IV | Leone |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 847 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 61 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 610 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3060 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2390 mm |
