1993 Subaru Leone vs. 1967 Wartburg 312
To start off, 1993 Subaru Leone is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Wartburg 312. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Wartburg 312 would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Subaru Leone (72 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1967 Wartburg 312. (45 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1967 Wartburg 312. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Subaru Leone weights approximately 116 kg more than 1967 Wartburg 312. 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, 1993 Subaru Leone (123 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Wartburg 312. (98 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1993 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Wartburg 312.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Subaru Leone | 1967 Wartburg 312 | |
| Make | Subaru | Wartburg |
| Model | Leone | 312 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1967 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 992 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 72 HP | 45 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 914 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2460 mm |
