1981 Subaru Leone vs. 1974 AC 428
To start off, 1981 Subaru Leone is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 AC 428. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 AC 428 would be higher. At 7,003 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 AC 428 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 AC 428 (298 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 1981 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 AC 428 should accelerate faster than 1981 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 AC 428 weights approximately 610 kg more than 1981 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 AC 428 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 1974 AC 428. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1981 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, 1974 AC 428 (639 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 539 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1974 AC 428 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Subaru Leone. 1974 AC 428 has automatic transmission and 1981 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1981 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1974 AC 428 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Subaru Leone | 1974 AC 428 | |
| Make | Subaru | AC |
| Model | Leone | 428 |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 7003 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 298 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 100 Nm | 639 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2450 mm |
