2007 Fiat Panda vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Fiat Panda is newer by 28 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 65 kg more than 2007 Fiat Panda.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Fiat Panda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 2007 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Fiat Panda | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Panda | Leone |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 935 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |