1953 Bristol 404 vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1973 Subaru Leone is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Bristol 404. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Bristol 404 would be higher. At 1,971 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Bristol 404 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Bristol 404 (91 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Bristol 404 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Bristol 404 weights approximately 90 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1953 Bristol 404. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1953 Bristol 404 (152 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1953 Bristol 404 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Bristol 404 | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 404 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1953 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1971 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
