2006 Morgan Aero 8 vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 4,396 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 (282 HP @ 3700 RPM) has 215 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Morgan Aero 8 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Morgan Aero 8 weights approximately 400 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Morgan Aero 8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Morgan Aero 8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Morgan Aero 8 (430 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 330 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Morgan Aero 8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Morgan Aero 8 | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Morgan | Subaru |
| Model | Aero 8 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4396 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 282 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3700 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 430 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1100 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2390 mm |
