1988 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Honda Civic
To start off, 2011 Honda Civic is newer by 23 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 1,339 cc (2 cylinders), 2011 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda Civic weights approximately 269 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, 2011 Honda Civic (127 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Subaru Leone | 2011 Honda Civic | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Leone | Civic |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1339 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 127 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1249 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4270 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1785 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
