1991 Ford Fairlane vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Ford Fairlane is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,948 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Ford Fairlane (186 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 800 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1991 Ford Fairlane 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 1991 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1991 Ford Fairlane (338 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Fairlane | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fairlane | Leone |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3948 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 186 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1595 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2450 mm |
