2006 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 6,998 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette (506 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 440 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 451 kg more than 1978 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 Chevrolet Corvette (637 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 527 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6998 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 506 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1451 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
