2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (70 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 130 kg more than 1974 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, 2003 Fiat Palio (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Palio | Leone |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 999 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2450 mm |
