1972 Subaru Leone vs. 2013 Jeep Patriot
To start off, 2013 Jeep Patriot is newer by 41 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), 2013 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Jeep Patriot (170 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 568 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 four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2013 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Subaru Leone | 2013 Jeep Patriot | |
| Make | Subaru | Jeep |
| Model | Leone | Patriot |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 170 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1518 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4409 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1775 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1697 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2634 mm |
