1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is newer by 5 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 2,935 cc (6 cylinders), 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (171 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 weights approximately 153 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. 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 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6. 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, 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 (222 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Alfa Romeo GTV6 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | GTV6 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2935 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 171 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 222 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1138 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2390 mm |
