1965 Ford Cortina vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1974 Subaru Leone is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Subaru Leone (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1965 Ford Cortina. (49 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1965 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Cortina weights approximately 60 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Because 1965 Ford Cortina 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 1965 Ford Cortina. 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, 1974 Subaru Leone (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Ford Cortina. (90 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 1974 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Ford Cortina | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Cortina | Leone |
Year Released | 1965 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1198 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 49 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 90 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 835 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |