1994 Opel Tigra vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1994 Opel Tigra is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Opel Tigra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Opel Tigra (107 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Opel Tigra weights approximately 335 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Opel Tigra (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1994 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Opel Tigra | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Tigra | Leone |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
