1984 Austin Montego vs. 1991 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Subaru Leone is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Austin Montego would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Austin Montego (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Austin Montego should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Subaru Leone weights approximately 34 kg more than 1984 Austin Montego.
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 Austin Montego (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1984 Austin Montego will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1991 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Montego | Leone |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2470 mm |
