1958 Ford Escort vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1971 Subaru Leone is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Subaru Leone (68 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1958 Ford Escort. (31 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1958 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Ford Escort weights approximately 57 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Because 1958 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Subaru Leone (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1958 Ford Escort. (71 Nm @ 2150 RPM). This means 1971 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1958 Ford Escort. 1971 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1958 Ford Escort has manual transmission. 1958 Ford Escort will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Ford Escort | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Escort | Leone |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1172 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 31 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2150 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 817 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2220 mm | 2450 mm |
