2000 Opel Corsa vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Opel Corsa is newer by 21 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Corsa (88 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Corsa weights approximately 55 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 2000 Opel Corsa. 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, 2000 Opel Corsa (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Opel Corsa | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Opel | Subaru |
Model | Corsa | Leone |
Year Released | 2000 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1389 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 88 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1055 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3820 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |