2008 Nissan Micra vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Nissan Micra is newer by 29 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, 2008 Nissan Micra (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Micra weights approximately 43 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Nissan Micra. 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, both vehicles can yield 110 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2008 Nissan Micra | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Micra | Leone |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |