1984 Fiat Ritmo vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1984 Fiat Ritmo is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Subaru Leone (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (53 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Fiat Ritmo weights approximately 65 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone.
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, 1974 Subaru Leone (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Fiat Ritmo. (86 Nm @ 2900 RPM). This means 1974 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Fiat Ritmo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Fiat Ritmo | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Ritmo | Leone |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1116 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 86 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
