2005 Lotus Exige vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Lotus Exige is newer by 24 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lotus Exige (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Lotus Exige weights approximately 55 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.
Because 2005 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Exige (174 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Lotus Exige | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Exige | Leone |
Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 875 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |