1988 Avanti Avanti vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Avanti Avanti is newer by 13 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 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Avanti Avanti (202 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Avanti Avanti weights approximately 845 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 1988 Avanti Avanti 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 1988 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1988 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 207 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 1988 Avanti Avanti has automatic transmission and 1975 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1975 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1988 Avanti Avanti will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Avanti Avanti | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Avanti | Subaru |
Model | Avanti | Leone |
Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3400 mm | 2450 mm |