1973 Subaru Leone vs. 2013 Dodge CHARGER
To start off, 2013 Dodge CHARGER is newer by 40 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHARGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (365 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 308 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHARGER should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Dodge CHARGER weights approximately 1154 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 2013 Dodge CHARGER is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Dodge CHARGER. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2013 Dodge CHARGER (536 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 443 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHARGER will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone. 2013 Dodge CHARGER 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. 2013 Dodge CHARGER will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1973 Subaru Leone | 2013 Dodge CHARGER | |
Make | Subaru | Dodge |
Model | Leone | CHARGER |
Year Released | 1973 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1176 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 365 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 93 Nm | 536 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1929 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5077 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1482 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 3052 mm |