2004 Opel Trixx vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2004 Opel Trixx is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Leone (81 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 2004 Opel Trixx. (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2004 Opel Trixx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 135 kg more than 2004 Opel Trixx. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Opel Trixx. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 Opel Trixx (173 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2004 Opel Trixx will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Opel Trixx | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Trixx | Leone |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1251 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3050 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1580 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1950 mm | 2390 mm |
