1969 Riley 4 vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1977 Subaru Leone is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Riley 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Riley 4 would be higher. At 1,622 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Riley 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Riley 4 (67 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Riley 4 should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Riley 4 weights approximately 148 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Riley 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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 Riley 4 (121 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Riley 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Riley 4 | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Riley | Subaru |
| Model | 4 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1969 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1622 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 66 HP |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1148 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
