1988 Opel Corsa vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1988 Opel Corsa 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Opel Corsa (100 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Subaru Leone weights approximately 35 kg more than 1988 Opel Corsa.
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, 1988 Opel Corsa (134 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 1975 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1988 Opel Corsa has manual transmission. 1988 Opel Corsa will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Opel Corsa | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Corsa | Leone |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
