1967 AC 428 vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1973 Subaru Leone is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,010 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 AC 428 (345 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 285 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1967 AC 428 weights approximately 533 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. 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 1967 AC 428. 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, 1967 AC 428 (627 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone. 1967 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1973 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1973 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1967 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 AC 428 | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | AC | Subaru |
| Model | 428 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7010 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 627 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
