1996 Fiat Ulysse vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Fiat Ulysse is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Fiat Ulysse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Fiat Ulysse (119 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Fiat Ulysse should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Fiat Ulysse weights approximately 560 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Fiat Ulysse. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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 Ulysse (170 Nm @ 2650 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Fiat Ulysse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Fiat Ulysse | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Ulysse | Leone |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 119 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2650 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
