1988 Fiat Tipo vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Fiat Tipo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,927 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Fiat Tipo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Fiat Tipo (91 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Fiat Tipo should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Fiat Tipo weights approximately 240 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Fiat Tipo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1988 Fiat Tipo (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Fiat Tipo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Fiat Tipo | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Tipo | Leone |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1927 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
