1991 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Honda Insight
To start off, 2010 Honda Insight is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Insight (98 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1991 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Insight should accelerate faster than 1991 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Insight weights approximately 205 kg more than 1991 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, 2010 Honda Insight (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Insight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Subaru Leone | 2010 Honda Insight | |
| Make | Subaru | Honda |
| Model | Leone | Insight |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4376 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1694 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1427 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2550 mm |
