1991 Plymouth Colt vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1991 Plymouth Colt is newer by 19 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 1,468 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Plymouth Colt is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Plymouth Colt (91 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Plymouth Colt should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Plymouth Colt weights approximately 130 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.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Plymouth Colt. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone will offer significantly more control. 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 Plymouth Colt (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1991 Plymouth Colt will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Plymouth Colt | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Plymouth | Subaru |
| Model | Colt | Leone |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 91 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
