1968 Honda S600 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Subaru Leone is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Honda S600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Honda S600 would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Honda S600 (70 HP) has 10 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Honda S600 should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Subaru Leone weights approximately 73 kg more than 1968 Honda S600.
Because 1968 Honda S600 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 Honda S600. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 1975 Subaru Leone (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Honda S600. (66 Nm @ 6000 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Honda S600. 1975 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1968 Honda S600 has manual transmission. 1968 Honda S600 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Honda S600 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | S600 | Leone |
Year Released | 1968 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 791 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 70 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 66 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 725 kg | 798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3340 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1410 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2010 mm | 2450 mm |