1984 Fiat 126 vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1984 Fiat 126 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1984 Fiat 126. (24 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Subaru Leone weights approximately 190 kg more than 1984 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat 126 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1984 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1971 Subaru Leone (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat 126. (42 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat 126 | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 126 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 652 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 24 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 42 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 585 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2450 mm |
