2001 AC Aceca vs. 1983 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 AC Aceca is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,506 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 AC Aceca (346 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1983 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1983 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 AC Aceca weights approximately 790 kg more than 1983 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 AC Aceca 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 2001 AC Aceca. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1983 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, 2001 AC Aceca (400 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 300 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2001 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2001 AC Aceca | 1983 Subaru Leone | |
Make | AC | Subaru |
Model | Aceca | Leone |
Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3506 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 346 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 400 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1610 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2390 mm |