1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (80 HP) has 20 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 125 kg more than 1976 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 Prelude (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Prelude | Leone |
Year Released | 1979 | 1976 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 127 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2450 mm |