1989 Subaru XT vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1989 Subaru XT is newer by 17 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 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Subaru XT is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Subaru XT (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Subaru XT should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Subaru XT weights approximately 294 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 1989 Subaru XT (196 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Subaru XT will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Subaru XT | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | XT | Leone |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1781 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1164 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
