2009 Fiat Panda vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Fiat Panda is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,248 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Panda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Panda (69 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Panda weights approximately 365 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Fiat Panda is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Panda 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, 2009 Fiat Panda (180 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Panda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Fiat Panda | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Fiat | Subaru |
Model | Panda | Leone |
Year Released | 2009 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2450 mm |