1999 Honda Legend vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Honda Legend is newer by 24 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda Legend (202 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda Legend weights approximately 845 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, 1999 Honda Legend (297 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 179 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 1999 Honda Legend has automatic transmission and 1975 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1975 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Honda Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda Legend | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | Legend | Leone |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3474 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 202 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1670 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2450 mm |