1973 Subaru Leone vs. 2009 Tata Indica
To start off, 2009 Tata Indica is newer by 36 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 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Tata Indica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Tata Indica (74 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Tata Indica should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Tata Indica weights approximately 230 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.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2009 Tata Indica (115 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Tata Indica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Subaru Leone | 2009 Tata Indica | |
| Make | Subaru | Tata |
| Model | Leone | Indica |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1176 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 115 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1005 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2410 mm |
