1969 Ford Capri vs. 1992 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Subaru Leone is newer by 23 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 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Ford Capri (82 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1992 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1992 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Leone weights approximately 64 kg more than 1969 Ford Capri.
Because 1969 Ford Capri 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 1969 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 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, 1969 Ford Capri (149 Nm) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Leone. (124 Nm). This means 1969 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Ford Capri | 1992 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Capri | Leone |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1992 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 124 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |
