1996 Fiat Duna vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Fiat Duna is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,698 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Duna is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Subaru Leone (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1996 Fiat Duna. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1996 Fiat Duna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Subaru Leone weights approximately 70 kg more than 1996 Fiat Duna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Duna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Subaru Leone (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Fiat Duna. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Fiat Duna.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Duna | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Duna | Leone |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1698 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
