1963 Rover P6 vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1974 Subaru Leone is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Rover P6. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Rover P6 would be higher. At 1,978 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Rover P6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Rover P6 (89 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Rover P6 should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Rover P6 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1963 Rover P6 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 1963 Rover P6. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1963 Rover P6 (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1963 Rover P6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Rover P6 | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Rover | Subaru |
Model | P6 | Leone |
Year Released | 1963 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1978 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 153 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |