1953 Ford Popular vs. 1984 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1984 Subaru Leone is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Ford Popular. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Ford Popular would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1953 Ford Popular. (26 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1953 Ford Popular. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Subaru Leone weights approximately 85 kg more than 1953 Ford Popular. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Ford Popular 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 1953 Ford Popular. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 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, 1984 Subaru Leone (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Ford Popular. (63 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Ford Popular.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Ford Popular | 1984 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Popular | Leone |
Year Released | 1953 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 26 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 100 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 735 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3880 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1440 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2390 mm |