2004 Fiat Idea vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Fiat Idea is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2004 Fiat Idea. (71 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2004 Fiat Idea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Idea weights approximately 120 kg more than 1988 Subaru Leone.
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, 2004 Fiat Idea (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (124 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Idea will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Idea | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Idea | Leone |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3940 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1410 mm |
