1972 Nissan Cherry vs. 1987 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1987 Subaru Leone is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1972 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Subaru Leone weights approximately 285 kg more than 1972 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1987 Subaru Leone (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1987 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Nissan Cherry | 1987 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Cherry | Leone |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1987 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2470 mm |
