1979 Daihatsu Charmant vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Daihatsu Charmant is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (67 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Daihatsu Charmant weights approximately 55 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Because 1979 Daihatsu Charmant 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 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Subaru Leone (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant. (103 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Daihatsu Charmant.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Daihatsu Charmant | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
Model | Charmant | Leone |
Year Released | 1979 | 1971 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1290 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 109 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2450 mm |