2003 Fiat Palio vs. 1982 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Fiat Palio is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Fiat Palio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Fiat Palio (118 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Fiat Palio should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Fiat Palio weights approximately 198 kg more than 1982 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 (147 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Fiat Palio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Fiat Palio | 1982 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Palio | Leone |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2390 mm |
