1998 Fiat Seicento vs. 1982 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Fiat Seicento is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1998 Fiat Seicento. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Subaru Leone weights approximately 92 kg more than 1998 Fiat Seicento. 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, 1982 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Fiat Seicento. (65 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1982 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Fiat Seicento.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Fiat Seicento | 1982 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Seicento | Leone |
Year Released | 1998 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 899 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 38 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 65 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 822 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2390 mm |