1963 Seat 1400 vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1972 Subaru Leone is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Seat 1400. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Seat 1400 would be higher. At 1,395 cc (4 cylinders), 1963 Seat 1400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru Leone (52 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1963 Seat 1400. (49 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1963 Seat 1400. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1963 Seat 1400 weights approximately 290 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Because 1963 Seat 1400 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 Seat 1400. 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, 1963 Seat 1400 (88 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1963 Seat 1400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1963 Seat 1400 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Seat | Subaru |
Model | 1400 | Leone |
Year Released | 1963 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1395 cc | 1088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 88 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |