1967 Austin-Healey Sprite vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1974 Subaru Leone is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (64 HP) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Subaru Leone weights approximately 81 kg more than 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite.
Because 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite 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 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite. 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, 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite (98 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1967 Austin-Healey Sprite will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1967 Austin-Healey Sprite | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Austin-Healey | Subaru |
Model | Sprite | Leone |
Year Released | 1967 | 1974 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 98 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 714 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3490 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1350 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2450 mm |