1965 Morris Minor vs. 1992 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Subaru Leone is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Morris Minor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Morris Minor would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1965 Morris Minor. (47 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1965 Morris Minor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Leone weights approximately 180 kg more than 1965 Morris Minor. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1965 Morris Minor 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 Morris Minor. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1992 Subaru Leone (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Morris Minor. (81 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Morris Minor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Morris Minor | 1992 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Morris | Subaru |
| Model | Minor | Leone |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 81 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1560 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2470 mm |
