1964 Austin A 90 vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1978 Subaru Leone is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Austin A 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Austin A 90 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Austin A 90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Austin A 90 (120 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Austin A 90 should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Austin A 90 weights approximately 572 kg more than 1978 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Austin A 90. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1964 Austin A 90 (221 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1964 Austin A 90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Austin A 90 | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | A 90 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1572 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
