1973 Austin Marina vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, both 1973 Austin Marina and 1973 Subaru Leone were released in the same year (1973). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Subaru Leone (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 1973 Austin Marina. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1973 Austin Marina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Austin Marina weights approximately 85 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Because 1973 Austin Marina is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1973 Austin Marina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Austin Marina (103 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1973 Austin Marina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone. 1973 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1973 Austin Marina has manual transmission. 1973 Austin Marina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Austin Marina | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Austin | Subaru |
Model | Marina | Leone |
Year Released | 1973 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1275 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 103 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |