1966 Ford Consul vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1973 Subaru Leone is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Consul. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Consul would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Subaru Leone (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1966 Ford Consul. (45 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Consul. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Subaru Leone weights approximately 168 kg more than 1966 Ford Consul. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Consul. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Subaru Leone (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Consul. (85 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 1973 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Consul.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Consul | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Consul | Leone |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1181 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 782 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2450 mm |
