2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is newer by 18 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (247 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (89 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal weights approximately 470 kg more than 1985 Subaru Leone. 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, 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal (306 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Alfa Romeo Kamal | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | Subaru |
| Model | Kamal | Leone |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3179 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
