1973 Subaru Leone vs. 2005 Suzuki Baleno
To start off, 2005 Suzuki Baleno is newer by 32 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, 2005 Suzuki Baleno (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Suzuki Baleno should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Subaru Leone weights approximately 60 kg more than 2005 Suzuki Baleno.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Suzuki Baleno. 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, 2005 Suzuki Baleno (103 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Suzuki Baleno will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Subaru Leone | 2005 Suzuki Baleno | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Leone | Baleno |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3880 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
