1993 Alpina B6 vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1993 Alpina B6 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,752 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Alpina B6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Alpina B6 (238 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Alpina B6 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Alpina B6 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1993 Alpina B6 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1993 Alpina B6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1993 Alpina B6 (293 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Alpina B6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1993 Alpina B6 | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Alpina | Subaru |
Model | B6 | Leone |
Year Released | 1993 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2752 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 238 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 293 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1325 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |