1971 Subaru Leone vs. 1975 Zastava 1300
To start off, 1975 Zastava 1300 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Subaru Leone (68 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1975 Zastava 1300. (59 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1975 Zastava 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Zastava 1300 weights approximately 200 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Because 1975 Zastava 1300 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 1975 Zastava 1300. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Subaru Leone (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Zastava 1300. (94 Nm @ 3100 RPM). This means 1971 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Zastava 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Subaru Leone | 1975 Zastava 1300 | |
| Make | Subaru | Zastava |
| Model | Leone | 1300 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2430 mm |
