2001 Fiat Stilo vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Fiat Stilo is newer by 22 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 1,747 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Fiat Stilo (129 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Fiat Stilo 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 2001 Fiat Stilo. 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, 2001 Fiat Stilo (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Fiat Stilo | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Stilo | Leone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1979 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1747 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1195 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
