2006 Alpina Roadster vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Alpina Roadster is newer by 27 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 3,346 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Alpina Roadster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Alpina Roadster (296 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Alpina Roadster should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Alpina Roadster weights approximately 410 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.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Alpina Roadster. 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, 2006 Alpina Roadster (362 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Alpina Roadster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Alpina Roadster | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Alpina | Subaru |
| Model | Roadster | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3346 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 296 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 362 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1395 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2390 mm |
