1975 Subaru Leone vs. 2001 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 2001 Subaru Legacy is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Subaru Legacy (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 540 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (176 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Subaru Leone | 2001 Subaru Legacy | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Leone | Legacy |
Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1176 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
Horse Power | 57 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 176 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1315 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4600 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |