1975 Subaru Leone vs. 2013 Volkswagen CC
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen CC is newer by 38 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 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen CC is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen CC (276 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen CC should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen CC weights approximately 808 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.
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, 2013 Volkswagen CC (359 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 238 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen CC will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 2013 Volkswagen CC 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. 2013 Volkswagen CC will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Subaru Leone | 2013 Volkswagen CC | |
| Make | Subaru | Volkswagen |
| Model | Leone | CC |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 359 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1748 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4799 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1855 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1417 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2711 mm |
