2000 Opel Meriva vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Opel Meriva 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Opel Meriva is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Opel Meriva (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Opel Meriva weights approximately 605 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.
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 Opel Meriva (170 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2000 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Opel Meriva | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Opel | Subaru |
| Model | Meriva | Leone |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2450 mm |
