1975 Lancia Stratos vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1975 Lancia Stratos is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,418 cc (6 cylinders), 1975 Lancia Stratos is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Lancia Stratos (187 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Lancia Stratos should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Lancia Stratos weights approximately 220 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Lancia Stratos 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 1975 Lancia Stratos. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1975 Lancia Stratos (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Lancia Stratos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Lancia Stratos | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Lancia | Subaru |
| Model | Stratos | Leone |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2418 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3710 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2190 mm | 2450 mm |
