2008 Seat Ibiza vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Seat Ibiza is newer by 23 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Seat Ibiza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Seat Ibiza (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Seat Ibiza should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Seat Ibiza weights approximately 150 kg more than 1985 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, 2008 Seat Ibiza (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2008 Seat Ibiza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Seat Ibiza | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Ibiza | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1896 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
