1953 Morris Six vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1980 Subaru Leone is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Morris Six. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Morris Six would be higher. At 2,215 cc (6 cylinders), 1953 Morris Six is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1953 Morris Six (70 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1980 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1953 Morris Six should accelerate faster than 1980 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1953 Morris Six weights approximately 400 kg more than 1980 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1953 Morris Six 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 Morris Six. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1953 Morris Six (133 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1953 Morris Six will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1953 Morris Six | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Morris | Subaru |
Model | Six | Leone |
Year Released | 1953 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2215 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |