1951 Alvis TA 21 vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1972 Subaru Leone is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1951 Alvis TA 21. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1951 Alvis TA 21 would be higher. At 2,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1951 Alvis TA 21 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (93 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1951 Alvis TA 21 should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1951 Alvis TA 21 weights approximately 578 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 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1951 Alvis TA 21. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1951 Alvis TA 21 (204 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1951 Alvis TA 21 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1951 Alvis TA 21 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Alvis | Subaru |
Model | TA 21 | Leone |
Year Released | 1951 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2993 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1448 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2840 mm | 2450 mm |