1999 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 26 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 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 670 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Because 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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 1999 Chevrolet Corvette. 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, 1999 Chevrolet Corvette (671 Nm) has 576 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (95 Nm). This means 1999 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone. 1973 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 1999 Chevrolet Corvette has manual transmission. 1999 Chevrolet Corvette 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Chevrolet Corvette | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Corvette | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5999 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 671 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1465 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2450 mm |
