1990 Alfa Romeo 33 vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,712 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 weights approximately 134 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Alfa Romeo 33. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 (148 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Alfa Romeo 33 | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 33 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1712 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1134 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
