1958 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1973 Subaru Leone is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,176 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Subaru Leone (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Subaru Leone weights approximately 111 kg more than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite 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 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Subaru Leone (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite. (71 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Subaru |
Model | Sprite | Leone |
Year Released | 1958 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 948 cc | 1176 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 44 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 71 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 664 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |