1972 AMC Ambassador vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1973 Subaru Leone is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 AMC Ambassador. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 AMC Ambassador would be higher. At 6,571 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 AMC Ambassador is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 AMC Ambassador (255 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 AMC Ambassador should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 AMC Ambassador weights approximately 757 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 AMC Ambassador. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1972 AMC Ambassador (468 Nm @ 3300 RPM) has 374 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 AMC Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone. 1972 AMC Ambassador has automatic transmission and 1973 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1973 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 AMC Ambassador will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 AMC Ambassador | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | AMC | Subaru |
| Model | Ambassador | Leone |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6571 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 468 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1707 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2450 mm |
