2005 Honda Fit vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Honda Fit is newer by 17 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 1,339 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Fit (82 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Fit should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Fit weights approximately 80 kg more than 1988 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, 2005 Honda Fit (119 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Honda Fit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Honda Fit | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Fit | Leone |
Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2470 mm |