1959 Austin Princess vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1977 Subaru Leone is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Austin Princess. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Austin Princess would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Austin Princess is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Austin Princess (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Austin Princess should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Austin Princess weights approximately 1180 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Austin Princess. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1959 Austin Princess (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Austin Princess will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1959 Austin Princess | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Princess | Leone |
Year Released | 1959 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3993 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 2180 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5470 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3360 mm | 2450 mm |