1981 Ford Capri vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1981 Ford Capri is newer by 9 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1981 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Capri (67 HP) has 7 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Capri weights approximately 215 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 1981 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 1981 Ford Capri. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1981 Ford Capri (115 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Capri | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Capri | Leone |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 115 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1010 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2450 mm |
