1984 Fiat Panda vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Fiat Panda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Fiat Panda would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Panda. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Panda. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 219 kg more than 1984 Fiat Panda. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Fiat Panda 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Panda. (69 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Panda.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Fiat Panda | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Panda | Leone |
Year Released | 1984 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 965 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 69 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 761 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2180 mm | 2470 mm |