2009 Fiat Strada vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Fiat Strada 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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Fiat Strada (84 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Fiat Strada should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Fiat Strada weights approximately 275 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, 2009 Fiat Strada (200 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Fiat Strada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Fiat Strada | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Fiat | Subaru |
| Model | Strada | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1248 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 84 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 200 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1305 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2470 mm |
