1990 Subaru Leone vs. 1954 Triumph TR2
To start off, 1990 Subaru Leone is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Triumph TR2. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Triumph TR2 would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Triumph TR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Triumph TR2 (90 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1954 Triumph TR2 should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Leone weights approximately 115 kg more than 1954 Triumph TR2.
Because 1954 Triumph TR2 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 1954 Triumph TR2. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1990 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, 1954 Triumph TR2 (158 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Triumph TR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Subaru Leone | 1954 Triumph TR2 | |
| Make | Subaru | Triumph |
| Model | Leone | TR2 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1954 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 90 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 98 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2250 mm |
