1948 Jeep CJ3A vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1972 Subaru Leone is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ3A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ3A would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep CJ3A is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1948 Jeep CJ3A (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ3A should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep CJ3A weights approximately 335 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep CJ3A is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 Jeep CJ3A 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, 1948 Jeep CJ3A (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep CJ3A will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ3A | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | CJ3A | Leone |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |
