1978 Ford Capri vs. 1991 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Subaru Leone is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1978 Ford Capri. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1978 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Subaru Leone weights approximately 40 kg more than 1978 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Ford Capri is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1978 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1991 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1991 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Ford Capri. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1991 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Capri | Leone |
Year Released | 1978 | 1991 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 72 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 123 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1670 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2470 mm |