1945 Austin 16 vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1977 Subaru Leone is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Austin 16. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Austin 16 would be higher. At 2,200 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Austin 16 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Subaru Leone (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1945 Austin 16. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Austin 16 weights approximately 280 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1945 Austin 16. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone 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, 1945 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Austin 16 | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | 16 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2200 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 63 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 147 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
