2001 Honda Fit vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Honda Fit is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Honda Fit (85 HP) has 25 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Honda Fit weights approximately 195 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2001 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Fit | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Fit | Leone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1976 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 119 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
