1984 Austin Montego vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1984 Austin Montego is newer by 12 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 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1984 Austin Montego. (67 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1984 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Austin Montego weights approximately 150 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone.
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, 1972 Subaru Leone (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Austin Montego. (99 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1972 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Austin Montego | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Austin | Subaru |
| Model | Montego | Leone |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1257 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
