1973 Honda 145 vs. 1981 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1981 Subaru Leone is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Honda 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 145 would be higher. At 1,433 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Honda 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Honda 145 (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Honda 145 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Honda 145 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1981 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, 1973 Honda 145 (118 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1973 Honda 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Honda 145 | 1981 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | 145 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1433 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 118 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2390 mm |
