1994 Subaru Legacy vs. 1974 Subaru Leone

To start off, 1994 Subaru Legacy is newer by 20 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 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1994 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Subaru Legacy (135 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 545 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.

Because 1994 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1994 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, 1994 Subaru Legacy (190 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.

Compare all specifications:

1994 Subaru Legacy 1974 Subaru Leone
Make Subaru Subaru
Model Legacy Leone
Year Released 1994 1974
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2212 cc 1174 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type boxer in-line
Horse Power 135 HP 57 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 190 Nm 93 Nm
Torque RPM 4400 RPM 3600 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1320 kg 775 kg
Vehicle Length 4680 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 1720 mm 1510 mm
Vehicle Height 1460 mm 1390 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2450 mm


 

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