1996 Rover 220 vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Rover 220 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Rover 220 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Rover 220 (103 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Rover 220 should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Rover 220 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1993 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, 1996 Rover 220 (210 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1996 Rover 220 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Rover 220 | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 220 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1214 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
