1961 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Subaru Leone is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 4,637 cc (8 cylinders), 1961 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (227 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 460 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1961 Chevrolet Corvette (407 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 286 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Chevrolet Corvette | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Leone |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4637 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 227 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
