1996 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is newer by 23 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 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 782 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.
Because 1996 Chevrolet Camaro is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1996 Chevrolet Camaro. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1996 Chevrolet Camaro (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Camaro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Chevrolet Camaro | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
Model | Camaro | Leone |
Year Released | 1996 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1176 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1557 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |