1969 Opel Rekord 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 Opel Rekord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Opel Rekord would be higher. At 1,490 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Opel Rekord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru Leone (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1969 Opel Rekord. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1969 Opel Rekord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Opel Rekord weights approximately 295 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Because 1969 Opel Rekord 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 Opel Rekord. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 Opel Rekord (105 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1969 Opel Rekord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Opel Rekord | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Rekord | Leone |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1490 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |
