1969 Ford Capri vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1972 Subaru Leone is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Ford Capri weights approximately 170 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 1969 Ford Capri. 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, 1969 Ford Capri (199 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Capri | Leone |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 199 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1380 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2450 mm |
