1957 Ford Consul vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1976 Subaru Leone is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,701 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Ford Consul is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Subaru Leone (60 HP) has 9 more horse power than 1957 Ford Consul. (51 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1957 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Ford Consul weights approximately 285 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Because 1957 Ford Consul 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 1957 Ford Consul. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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, 1957 Ford Consul (127 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Ford Consul will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone. 1976 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1957 Ford Consul has manual transmission. 1957 Ford Consul will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1957 Ford Consul | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Consul | Leone |
| Year Released | 1957 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1701 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 127 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
