2007 Mini Cooper vs. 1988 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Mini Cooper is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mini Cooper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mini Cooper (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1988 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mini Cooper should accelerate faster than 1988 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mini Cooper weights approximately 205 kg more than 1988 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2007 Mini Cooper (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2007 Mini Cooper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mini Cooper | 1988 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mini | Subaru |
| Model | Cooper | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1988 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1420 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
