2004 Fiat Stilo vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Fiat Stilo is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,368 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Fiat Stilo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Fiat Stilo (94 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Fiat Stilo should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Fiat Stilo weights approximately 415 kg more than 1981 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, 2004 Fiat Stilo (129 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 Fiat Stilo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Fiat Stilo | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Stilo | Leone |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1368 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 94 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 129 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2390 mm |
