1968 Austin 3-Litre vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Austin 3-Litre would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1968 Austin 3-Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (124 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Austin 3-Litre should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Austin 3-Litre weights approximately 490 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Austin 3-Litre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1968 Austin 3-Litre (219 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1968 Austin 3-Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Austin 3-Litre | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | 3-Litre | Leone |
Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2912 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 124 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2450 mm |