1974 Subaru Leone vs. 2001 Tata Safari
To start off, 2001 Tata Safari is newer by 27 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 1,948 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Tata Safari is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Tata Safari (135 HP) has 75 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Tata Safari weights approximately 1245 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Tata Safari is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Tata Safari 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, 2001 Tata Safari (181 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Tata Safari will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Subaru Leone | 2001 Tata Safari | |
| Make | Subaru | Tata |
| Model | Leone | Safari |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1948 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 135 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 181 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 2040 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2660 mm |
