1986 Ferrari Mondial vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1986 Ferrari Mondial is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,185 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Ferrari Mondial is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (267 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ferrari Mondial should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ferrari Mondial weights approximately 400 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ferrari Mondial. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1986 Ferrari Mondial (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Ferrari Mondial will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ferrari Mondial | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ferrari | Subaru |
| Model | Mondial | Leone |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3185 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 267 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
