1990 Subaru Leone vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1990 Subaru Leone 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 1,594 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Subaru Leone weights approximately 230 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 1990 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1990 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Subaru Leone | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Leone | Leone |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1594 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |
