1999 Subaru Impreza vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Subaru Impreza 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 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Impreza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Impreza (89 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Impreza weights approximately 233 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 1999 Subaru Impreza 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, 1999 Subaru Impreza 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, 1999 Subaru Impreza (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Subaru Impreza | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Impreza | Leone |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1008 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |
