1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is newer by 18 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 2,350 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (127 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo weights approximately 545 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo (193 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Sapporo | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Sapporo | Leone |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2350 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 193 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
