1976 Bristol 603 vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Bristol 603. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Bristol 603 would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Bristol 603 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Bristol 603 (145 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (81 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Bristol 603 should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Bristol 603 weights approximately 800 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Bristol 603. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone 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, 1976 Bristol 603 (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (135 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Bristol 603 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone. 1976 Bristol 603 has automatic transmission and 1979 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1979 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Bristol 603 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Bristol 603 | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Bristol | Subaru |
| Model | 603 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 81 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 985 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |
