1976 Ford Cortina vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1977 Subaru Leone is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Subaru Leone (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Subaru Leone weights approximately 55 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Subaru Leone (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Ford Cortina | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Cortina | Leone |
Year Released | 1976 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 66 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 110 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |