1991 Opel Astra vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Opel Astra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Subaru Leone (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1991 Opel Astra. (56 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1991 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Opel Astra weights approximately 180 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone.
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, 1975 Subaru Leone (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (105 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Opel Astra | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Astra | Leone |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 82.5 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4250 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
