1996 Seat Ibiza vs. 1986 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Seat Ibiza is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Seat Ibiza (150 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1986 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1986 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 120 kg more than 1986 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 Seat Ibiza (181 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Seat Ibiza | 1986 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Ibiza | Leone |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 181 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
