1999 Subaru Legacy vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1999 Subaru Legacy is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Subaru Legacy (154 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 735 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Subaru Legacy 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 Legacy (219 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1999 Subaru Legacy | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Leone |
Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1174 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 154 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 219 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2450 mm |