1972 Subaru Leone vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,992 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (200 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 148 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 652 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (260 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Subaru Leone | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Leone | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1427 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2590 mm |
