1954 Ford Consul vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1972 Subaru Leone is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru Leone (68 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1954 Ford Consul. (40 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1954 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1954 Ford Consul weights approximately 175 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Ford Consul. 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, 1972 Subaru Leone (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Ford Consul. (100 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1972 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Ford Consul | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Consul | Leone |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1507 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 40 HP | 68 HP |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2450 mm |
