1998 Honda S-MX vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Honda S-MX is newer by 25 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 1,973 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Honda S-MX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Honda S-MX (129 HP) has 69 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Honda S-MX weights approximately 537 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 1998 Honda S-MX is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Honda S-MX 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, 1998 Honda S-MX (190 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (95 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Honda S-MX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone. 1973 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda S-MX has manual transmission. 1998 Honda S-MX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1973 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Honda S-MX | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | S-MX | Leone |
Year Released | 1998 | 1973 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1973 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 129 HP | 60 HP |
Torque | 190 Nm | 95 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 795 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |