1954 Porsche 356 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Subaru Leone is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Porsche 356. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Porsche 356 would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Porsche 356 (110 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Porsche 356 should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Subaru Leone weights approximately 45 kg more than 1954 Porsche 356.
Because 1954 Porsche 356 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 1954 Porsche 356. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1954 Porsche 356 (133 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Porsche 356 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Porsche 356 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | 356 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1954 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 85 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2110 mm | 2450 mm |
