1987 Holden Barina vs. 1991 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Subaru Leone is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Holden Barina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Holden Barina would be higher. At 1,324 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Holden Barina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Holden Barina (67 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Holden Barina should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Subaru Leone weights approximately 254 kg more than 1987 Holden Barina.
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, 1987 Holden Barina (104 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Holden Barina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Holden Barina | 1991 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Barina | Leone |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1324 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 104 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 984 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3780 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2250 mm | 2470 mm |
