2005 Rover Streetwise vs. 1982 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Rover Streetwise is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover Streetwise is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover Streetwise (86 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1982 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover Streetwise should accelerate faster than 1982 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover Streetwise weights approximately 288 kg more than 1982 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 Rover Streetwise (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2005 Rover Streetwise will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover Streetwise | 1982 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | Streetwise | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 86 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 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 | 1110 kg | 822 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2390 mm |
