2005 Opel Tigra vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 26 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 1,296 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Tigra (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Tigra should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Opel Tigra weights approximately 385 kg more than 1979 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 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Opel Tigra | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Tigra | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1194 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1205 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3930 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
