1954 Austin-Healey 100 vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1976 Subaru Leone is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Austin-Healey 100 would be higher. At 2,660 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Austin-Healey 100 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (90 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Subaru Leone weights approximately 5 kg more than 1954 Austin-Healey 100.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Austin-Healey 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1954 Austin-Healey 100 (144 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Austin-Healey 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1954 Austin-Healey 100 | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Subaru |
Model | 100 | Leone |
Year Released | 1954 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2660 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 71 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 113 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.3 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 111.1 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3860 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2450 mm |