1999 Panoz AIV vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Panoz AIV is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Panoz AIV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Panoz AIV (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 220 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Panoz AIV should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Panoz AIV weights approximately 195 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Panoz AIV. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1999 Panoz AIV (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 272 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Panoz AIV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Panoz AIV | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Panoz | Subaru |
| Model | AIV | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
