1985 Alfa Romeo Arna vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Subaru Leone weights approximately 80 kg more than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Alfa Romeo Arna | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Arna | Leone |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4010 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2450 mm |
