1992 Dodge Spirit vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Dodge Spirit is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Dodge Spirit (150 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 541 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1992 Dodge Spirit (244 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Dodge Spirit | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Spirit | Leone |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 1174 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 244 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1316 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
