1945 Austin 16 vs. 1992 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Subaru Leone is newer by 47 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, 1992 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1945 Austin 16. (63 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 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 250 kg more than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Because 1945 Austin 16 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 1945 Austin 16. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1945 Austin 16 (147 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1945 Austin 16 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1945 Austin 16 | 1992 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | 16 | Leone |
Year Released | 1945 | 1992 |
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 | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 147 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4420 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2470 mm |