1958 Jaguar XK vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jaguar XK. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jaguar XK would be higher. At 3,442 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Jaguar XK (208 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jaguar XK weights approximately 476 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Jaguar XK. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1958 Jaguar XK (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1958 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jaguar XK | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Jaguar | Subaru |
| Model | XK | Leone |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3442 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1476 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2450 mm |
