1973 Subaru Leone vs. 1958 Vauxhall Victor
To start off, 1973 Subaru Leone is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Vauxhall Victor would be higher. At 1,507 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Vauxhall Victor is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Subaru Leone (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. (47 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Vauxhall Victor weights approximately 30 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1958 Vauxhall Victor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1958 Vauxhall Victor (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1958 Vauxhall Victor will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Subaru Leone | 1958 Vauxhall Victor | |
| Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
| Model | Leone | Victor |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1958 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1507 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2500 mm |
