2006 Skoda Fabia vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Skoda Fabia 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 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Skoda Fabia. (63 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2006 Skoda Fabia. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 350 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone.
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 Skoda Fabia (112 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Skoda Fabia | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Skoda | Subaru |
| Model | Fabia | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1196 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 112 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2390 mm |
