1973 Subaru Leone vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is newer by 35 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 1,493 cc (3 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (95 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt weights approximately 120 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mitsubishi Colt. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Colt (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt has automatic transmission and 1973 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1973 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mitsubishi Colt will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Subaru Leone | 2008 Mitsubishi Colt | |
| Make | Subaru | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Leone | Colt |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1493 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1070 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2510 mm |
