1989 Fiat 126 vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Fiat 126 is newer by 1 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1989 Fiat 126. (26 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1989 Fiat 126. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Subaru Leone weights approximately 385 kg more than 1989 Fiat 126. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1989 Fiat 126 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 1989 Fiat 126. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1988 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 Subaru Leone (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Fiat 126. (49 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1988 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Fiat 126.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Fiat 126 | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | 126 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 703 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 26 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 49 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 645 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3110 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1850 mm | 2470 mm |
