1975 Honda 1300 vs. 1985 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Honda 1300 (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1985 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Honda 1300 should accelerate faster than 1985 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 135 kg more than 1975 Honda 1300.
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, 1985 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Honda 1300 | 1985 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | 1300 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1985 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1595 cc |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 72 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1030 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2200 mm | 2470 mm |
