1992 Alfa Romeo 155 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,492 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (164 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Alfa Romeo 155. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 (217 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Alfa Romeo 155 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | 155 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2492 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 164 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
