1971 Austin 3 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Austin 3. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Austin 3 would be higher. At 2,910 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Austin 3 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Austin 3 (123 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Austin 3 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Austin 3 weights approximately 505 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Austin 3. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1971 Austin 3 (218 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Austin 3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Austin 3 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | 3 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2910 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 218 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2940 mm | 2390 mm |
