1994 Dodge Spirit vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1994 Dodge Spirit is newer by 21 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 2,501 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Dodge Spirit (100 HP) has 40 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 465 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.
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, 1994 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Dodge Spirit | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Dodge | Subaru |
| Model | Spirit | Leone |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2501 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |
