2000 Nissan Silvia vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Nissan Silvia 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Nissan Silvia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Nissan Silvia (250 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Nissan Silvia should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Nissan Silvia weights approximately 1010 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.
Because 2000 Nissan Silvia 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 Nissan Silvia. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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 Nissan Silvia (271 Nm) has 153 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm). This means 2000 Nissan Silvia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Nissan Silvia | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Silvia | Leone |
Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 250 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 271 Nm | 118 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1835 kg | 825 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2450 mm |