1998 Lotus Elise vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Lotus Elise is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Lotus Elise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Lotus Elise (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Subaru Leone weights approximately 286 kg more than 1998 Lotus Elise.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Lotus Elise. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1998 Lotus Elise (193 Nm @ 5600 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1998 Lotus Elise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Lotus Elise | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Elise | Leone |
Year Released | 1998 | 1978 |
Body Type | Roadster | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 193 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3740 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |