1992 Subaru Legacy vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (197 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 602 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 1992 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy 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, 1992 Subaru Legacy (263 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1992 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Subaru Legacy | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Leone |
Year Released | 1992 | 1972 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 1088 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 197 HP | 52 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 263 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2450 mm |