1975 Subaru Leone vs. 2007 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2007 Subaru Forester is newer by 32 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Forester (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Forester weights approximately 686 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 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2007 Subaru Forester (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 2007 Subaru Forester has automatic transmission and 1975 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1975 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Subaru Forester will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Subaru Leone | 2007 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Leone | Forester |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1176 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2530 mm |
