1977 Subaru Leone vs. 1959 Trabant P 70
To start off, 1977 Subaru Leone is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Trabant P 70. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Trabant P 70 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 44 more horse power than 1959 Trabant P 70. (22 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1959 Trabant P 70. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Subaru Leone weights approximately 150 kg more than 1959 Trabant P 70. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Subaru Leone (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1959 Trabant P 70. (54 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1977 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1959 Trabant P 70.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Subaru Leone | 1959 Trabant P 70 | |
| Make | Subaru | Trabant |
| Model | Leone | P 70 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1959 |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 690 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 22 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 850 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
