2001 Smart ForTwo vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Smart ForTwo is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru Leone weights approximately 210 kg more than 2001 Smart ForTwo.
Because 2001 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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.
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2001 Smart ForTwo | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Smart | Subaru |
Model | ForTwo | Leone |
Year Released | 2001 | 1987 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2470 mm |