2000 Seat Ibiza vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Seat Ibiza is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Ibiza (74 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Seat Ibiza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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 Seat Ibiza (136 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Seat Ibiza | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Ibiza | Leone |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
