1978 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 218 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 1356 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Aston Martin Lagonda | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Subaru |
| Model | Lagonda | Leone |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2226 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |
