1994 Rover 400 vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1994 Rover 400 is newer by 22 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 1,769 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Rover 400 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 400 (88 HP) has 28 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 400 should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Rover 400 weights approximately 290 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 1994 Rover 400. 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, 1994 Rover 400 (180 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Rover 400 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 400 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 400 | Leone |
| Year Released | 1994 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
