1974 Subaru Leone vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Subaru Leone (60 HP) has 6 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (54 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 65 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone.
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, 1974 Subaru Leone (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (92 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1974 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Subaru Leone | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leone | Passat |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1272 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 54 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 92 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2480 mm |
