1988 Subaru Leone vs. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT
To start off, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,970 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Alfa Romeo GT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (163 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alfa Romeo GT weights approximately 415 kg more than 1988 Subaru Leone. 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, 2006 Alfa Romeo GT (206 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Alfa Romeo GT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru Leone | 2006 Alfa Romeo GT | |
| Make | Subaru | Alfa Romeo |
| Model | Leone | GT |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1395 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2600 mm |
