1999 Lotec C 1000 vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Lotec C 1000 is newer by 6 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 5,498 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Lotec C 1000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (843 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 779 more horse power than 1993 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lotec C 1000 should accelerate faster than 1993 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Lotec C 1000 weights approximately 100 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.
Because 1999 Lotec C 1000 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1999 Lotec C 1000. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1999 Lotec C 1000 (990 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 892 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Lotec C 1000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lotec C 1000 | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lotec | Subaru |
| Model | C 1000 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5498 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 843 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 990 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1410 mm |
