1958 Lancia Aurelia vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1972 Subaru Leone is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Lancia Aurelia. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Lancia Aurelia would be higher. At 2,456 cc (6 cylinders), 1958 Lancia Aurelia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (110 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Lancia Aurelia should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Lancia Aurelia weights approximately 285 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1958 Lancia Aurelia 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 Lancia Aurelia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1958 Lancia Aurelia (186 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1958 Lancia Aurelia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1958 Lancia Aurelia | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Lancia | Subaru |
Model | Aurelia | Leone |
Year Released | 1958 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2456 cc | 1088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 110 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 186 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1060 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |