2000 Seat Leon vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2000 Seat Leon 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 2,791 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 Seat Leon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Seat Leon (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Seat Leon weights approximately 628 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 Seat Leon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 Seat Leon will offer significantly more control. 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 Seat Leon (270 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon has manual transmission. 2000 Seat Leon 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 Seat Leon | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Leon | Leone |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2791 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 270 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 81 mm | 91.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.3 mm | 60 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1483 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
