1973 Subaru Leone vs. 1978 Suzuki LJ 50
To start off, 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Subaru Leone (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Subaru Leone weights approximately 210 kg more than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. 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, 1973 Subaru Leone (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1973 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Suzuki LJ 50.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Subaru Leone | 1978 Suzuki LJ 50 | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Leone | LJ 50 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1978 |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 539 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 26 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 52 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 1940 mm |
