1996 Fiat Brava vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Fiat Brava is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Brava is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Brava. (75 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Brava. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Brava weights approximately 86 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Because 1985 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, 1985 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 (147 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Brava will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Brava | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Brava | Leone |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1910 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1176 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2470 mm |
