2006 Infiniti FX vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Infiniti FX 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 3,491 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Infiniti FX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Infiniti FX (280 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Infiniti FX should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Infiniti FX weights approximately 335 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Infiniti FX (367 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2006 Infiniti FX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Infiniti FX | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Infiniti | Subaru |
| Model | FX | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3491 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
