1971 Holden Statesman vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1976 Subaru Leone is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Holden Statesman. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Holden Statesman would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Holden Statesman (272 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (71 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Holden Statesman weights approximately 550 kg more than 1976 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 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 Holden Statesman (490 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 377 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Holden Statesman | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Statesman | Leone |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 272 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 490 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2450 mm |
