2006 Fiat Doblo vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Fiat Doblo is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Fiat Doblo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Fiat Doblo (102 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Fiat Doblo should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Fiat Doblo weights approximately 380 kg more than 1990 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, 2006 Fiat Doblo (146 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Fiat Doblo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Fiat Doblo | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Doblo | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
