1987 Subaru Leone vs. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural
To start off, 1987 Subaru Leone is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Willys-Overland Rural would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Willys-Overland Rural is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1987 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural should accelerate faster than 1987 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1959 Willys-Overland Rural weights approximately 500 kg more than 1987 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1959 Willys-Overland Rural 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 1959 Willys-Overland Rural. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1987 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, 1959 Willys-Overland Rural (187 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Subaru Leone. (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1959 Willys-Overland Rural will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Subaru Leone | 1959 Willys-Overland Rural | |
Make | Subaru | Willys-Overland |
Model | Leone | Rural |
Year Released | 1987 | 1959 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4610 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1890 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2660 mm |