1979 Honda Accord vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Honda Accord is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Accord (80 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Accord weights approximately 92 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1979 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Accord | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Accord | Leone |
Year Released | 1979 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 126 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 798 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |