1993 Opel Corsa vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1993 Opel Corsa is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Opel Corsa (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Subaru Leone weights approximately 34 kg more than 1993 Opel Corsa.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1993 Opel Corsa (150 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Opel Corsa | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Corsa | Leone |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
