1992 Subaru Leone vs. 1979 Subaru DL
To start off, 1992 Subaru Leone is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru DL. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru DL would be higher. Both 1992 Subaru Leone and 1979 Subaru DL are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru DL (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru DL should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Leone weights approximately 160 kg more than 1979 Subaru DL.
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, 1979 Subaru DL (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru DL will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Subaru Leone | 1979 Subaru DL | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Leone | DL |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
