1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (187 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 116 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 394 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (291 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 155 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1344 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
