1975 Subaru Leone vs. 2001 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 2001 Suzuki Samurai 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Suzuki Samurai is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (62 HP) has 2 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Suzuki Samurai weights approximately 230 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2001 Suzuki Samurai (116 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Suzuki Samurai will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Subaru Leone | 2001 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Subaru | Suzuki |
| Model | Leone | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 62 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1700 mm |
