1968 Peugeot 204 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 Peugeot 204. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Peugeot 204 would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru Leone (68 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1968 Peugeot 204. (47 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1968 Peugeot 204. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Peugeot 204 weights approximately 10 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Peugeot 204. 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, 1972 Subaru Leone (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Peugeot 204. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Peugeot 204.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Peugeot 204 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
| Model | 204 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1130 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1570 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
