1985 Subaru Leone vs. 1973 Vauxhall Firenza
To start off, 1985 Subaru Leone is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Vauxhall Firenza would be higher. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Subaru Leone (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (77 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Subaru Leone weights approximately 130 kg more than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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, 1985 Subaru Leone (137 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1985 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Vauxhall Firenza.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Subaru Leone | 1973 Vauxhall Firenza | |
| Make | Subaru | Vauxhall |
| Model | Leone | Firenza |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1759 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 77 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 134 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1650 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2470 mm |
