1972 Peugeot 304 vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, both 1972 Peugeot 304 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 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Peugeot 304. (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1972 Peugeot 304. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Peugeot 304 weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Subaru Leone (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Peugeot 304. (95 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Peugeot 304.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Peugeot 304 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Peugeot | Subaru |
Model | 304 | Leone |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 800 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2450 mm |