1985 Honda Jazz vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1985 Honda Jazz is newer by 13 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 1,231 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru Leone (52 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1985 Honda Jazz. (44 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1985 Honda Jazz. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Subaru Leone weights approximately 75 kg more than 1985 Honda Jazz. 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, 1972 Subaru Leone (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Honda Jazz. (82 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1972 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Honda Jazz.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Honda Jazz | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Jazz | Leone |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1231 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 82 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 700 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2450 mm |
