2000 Ford Puma vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Ford Puma is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,679 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Ford Puma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Puma (153 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Puma should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Puma weights approximately 500 kg more than 1972 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 Ford Puma (170 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Puma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Puma | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Puma | Leone |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1679 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1275 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2450 mm |
