1996 Honda Prelude vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1996 Honda Prelude is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda Prelude (190 HP) has 114 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Honda Prelude weights approximately 475 kg more than 1975 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, 1996 Honda Prelude (214 Nm) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm). This means 1996 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda Prelude | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Prelude | Leone |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 76 HP |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.1 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2450 mm |
