1968 Ford 17 vs. 1980 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1980 Subaru Leone is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford 17. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford 17 would be higher. At 1,498 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford 17 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Subaru Leone (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1968 Ford 17. (59 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford 17. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford 17 weights approximately 236 kg more than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Because 1968 Ford 17 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 1968 Ford 17. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1968 Ford 17 (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Subaru Leone. (101 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1968 Ford 17 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford 17 | 1980 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | 17 | Leone |
Year Released | 1968 | 1980 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 112 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1056 kg | 820 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3870 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2390 mm |