2001 Daihatsu U4 B vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Daihatsu U4 B is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (62 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 250 kg more than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B. (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Daihatsu U4 B.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Daihatsu U4 B | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | U4 B | Leone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 660 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1480 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2470 mm |
