1990 Alpine A 610 vs. 1990 Subaru Leone

To start off, both 1990 Alpine A 610 and 1990 Subaru Leone were released in the same year (1990). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,975 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Alpine A 610 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Alpine A 610 (248 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Alpine A 610 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Alpine A 610 weights approximately 382 kg more than 1990 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1990 Alpine A 610 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 1990 Alpine A 610. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1990 Alpine A 610 (357 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 234 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Alpine A 610 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Alpine A 610 1990 Subaru Leone
Make Alpine Subaru
Model A 610 Leone
Year Released 1990 1990
Engine Size 2975 cc 1595 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 248 HP 72 HP
Engine RPM 5750 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 357 Nm 123 Nm
Torque RPM 2900 RPM 3200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Front
Vehicle Weight 1414 kg 1032 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1670 mm
Vehicle Height 1200 mm 1410 mm