1973 NSU 1000 vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1976 Subaru Leone is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 NSU 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 NSU 1000 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Subaru Leone (71 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1973 NSU 1000. (38 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1973 NSU 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Subaru Leone weights approximately 290 kg more than 1973 NSU 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 NSU 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1976 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 1976 Subaru Leone (113 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 NSU 1000. (70 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1976 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 NSU 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 NSU 1000 | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | NSU | Subaru |
| Model | 1000 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 996 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 70 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 660 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2450 mm |
