1968 Dodge Dart vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1972 Subaru Leone is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Dodge Dart. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Dodge Dart would be higher. At 4,492 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Dodge Dart is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Dodge Dart (190 HP) has 130 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Dodge Dart should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Dodge Dart weights approximately 430 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Dodge Dart. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 Dodge Dart (353 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 259 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1968 Dodge Dart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Dodge Dart | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Dart | Leone |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4492 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 353 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4970 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2450 mm |
