2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForTwo (74 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForTwo should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForTwo weights approximately 145 kg more than 1980 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 Smart ForTwo 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 Smart ForTwo. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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 Smart ForTwo (110 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForTwo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Smart ForTwo | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Smart | Subaru |
| Model | ForTwo | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 698 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2390 mm |
