1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,369 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Brava (79 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Brava should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Brava. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1996 Fiat Brava (113 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Fiat Brava | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Brava | Leone |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1369 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 113 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |