2009 Lotus Exige vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Lotus Exige is newer by 30 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lotus Exige (240 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Because 2009 Lotus Exige is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Lotus Exige. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Lotus Exige (231 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lotus Exige | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lotus | Subaru |
| Model | Exige | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 231 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1170 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2390 mm |
