2001 Ford Fiesta vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Ford Fiesta is newer by 29 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Subaru Leone (60 HP) has 1 more horse power than 2001 Ford Fiesta. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Fiesta weights approximately 85 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone.
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, 2001 Ford Fiesta (102 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Fiesta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Fiesta | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fiesta | Leone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3920 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
