1999 Honda NSX vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Honda NSX 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 3,177 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Honda NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Honda NSX weights approximately 605 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.
Because 1999 Honda NSX 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 Honda NSX. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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 Honda NSX (304 Nm @ 5300 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Honda NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Honda NSX | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Honda | Subaru |
Model | NSX | Leone |
Year Released | 1999 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 3177 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 276 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5300 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2450 mm |