2007 Ford Fiesta vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Ford Fiesta is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 117 kg more than 1985 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Fiesta. (107 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Fiesta | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fiesta | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 69 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 107 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1107 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2470 mm |
