2009 Fiat Sedici vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Fiat Sedici is newer by 24 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 1,586 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Fiat Sedici is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Sedici (106 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Sedici weights approximately 285 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.
Because 2009 Fiat Sedici is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Sedici 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 Sedici (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Sedici will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Sedici | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Sedici | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1586 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2470 mm |
