1972 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 39 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 2,000 cc, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (113 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 997 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, 2011 Volkswagen Sharan (280 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen Sharan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Subaru Leone | 2011 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leone | Sharan |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2919 mm |
