2000 Daihatsu Charade vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Daihatsu Charade is newer by 25 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 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (83 HP) has 23 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Daihatsu Charade should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Daihatsu Charade weights approximately 47 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, 2000 Daihatsu Charade (105 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Daihatsu Charade will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 1975 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 2000 Daihatsu Charade has manual transmission. 2000 Daihatsu Charade will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Daihatsu Charade | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Subaru |
| Model | Charade | Leone |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 845 kg | 798 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2450 mm |
