1984 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (93 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 140 kg more than 1973 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 33 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1176 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 915 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2450 mm |
