2006 Smart ForTwo vs. 1993 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Smart ForTwo is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2006 Smart ForTwo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Leone weights approximately 175 kg more than 2006 Smart ForTwo. 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, 1993 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, 1993 Subaru Leone (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Smart ForTwo. (95 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Smart ForTwo.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForTwo | 1993 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Smart | Subaru |
Model | ForTwo | Leone |
Year Released | 2006 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1299 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 2510 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1520 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1560 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 1820 mm | 2470 mm |