1986 Holden Barina vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1986 Holden Barina is newer by 11 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1986 Holden Barina. (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1986 Holden Barina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Subaru Leone weights approximately 95 kg more than 1986 Holden Barina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1975 Subaru Leone (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Holden Barina. (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Holden Barina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Holden Barina | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Barina | Leone |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1323 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2450 mm |
