1972 Subaru Leone vs. 2010 Honda Element
To start off, 2010 Honda Element is newer by 38 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Honda Element is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Element (166 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Element should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Honda Element weights approximately 794 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.
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, 2010 Honda Element (218 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 109 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Element will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone. 2010 Honda Element has automatic transmission and 1972 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1972 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Honda Element will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Subaru Leone | 2010 Honda Element | |
Make | Subaru | Honda |
Model | Leone | Element |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1361 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 166 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1594 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4315 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1819 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1788 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2576 mm |