1956 Ford Consul vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1973 Subaru Leone is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,703 cc (4 cylinders), 1956 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Subaru Leone (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1956 Ford Consul. (51 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1956 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Ford Consul weights approximately 136 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1956 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1956 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Ford Consul | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Consul | Leone |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1703 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1086 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
