1985 Maserati 420 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Maserati 420 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,491 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Maserati 420 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Maserati 420 (197 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Maserati 420 should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Maserati 420 weights approximately 327 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Maserati 420 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 1985 Maserati 420. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1985 Maserati 420 (308 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Maserati 420 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Maserati 420 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Maserati | Subaru |
| Model | 420 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2491 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 308 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
