1970 Lotus Seven vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1974 Subaru Leone is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Lotus Seven. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Lotus Seven would be higher. At 1,340 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Lotus Seven is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Lotus Seven (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Lotus Seven should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Subaru Leone weights approximately 185 kg more than 1970 Lotus Seven.
Because 1970 Lotus Seven 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 1970 Lotus Seven. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1970 Lotus Seven (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Lotus Seven will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Lotus Seven | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Lotus | Subaru |
Model | Seven | Leone |
Year Released | 1970 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1340 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 590 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1110 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2450 mm |