2000 GAZ 3111 vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 GAZ 3111 is newer by 27 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 2,287 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 GAZ 3111 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 GAZ 3111 (148 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 GAZ 3111 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 GAZ 3111 weights approximately 725 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 2000 GAZ 3111 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 2000 GAZ 3111. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 2000 GAZ 3111 (216 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 GAZ 3111 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 GAZ 3111 | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | GAZ | Subaru |
| Model | 3111 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2287 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2450 mm |
