2007 Opel Corsa vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Opel Corsa is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Opel Corsa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Opel Corsa (106 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Opel Corsa should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Opel Corsa weights approximately 100 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Opel Corsa. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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 Opel Corsa (160 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Opel Corsa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Opel Corsa | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Corsa | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1100 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3830 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
