1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1972 Subaru Leone

To start off, both 1972 Chevrolet Corvette and 1972 Subaru Leone were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,734 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine.

Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.

Compare all specifications:

1972 Chevrolet Corvette 1972 Subaru Leone
Make Chevrolet Subaru
Model Corvette Leone
Year Released 1972 1972
Body Type Coupe Station Wagon
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5734 cc 1361 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 0 HP 68 HP
Torque 380 Nm 103 Nm
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 2 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 4640 mm 4040 mm
Vehicle Width 1760 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1220 mm 1470 mm
Wheelbase Size 2500 mm 2450 mm


 

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