2001 Porsche Boxster vs. 1977 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2001 Porsche Boxster is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Porsche Boxster (254 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 320 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Porsche Boxster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 Subaru Leone 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, 2001 Porsche Boxster (310 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Porsche Boxster | 1977 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Porsche | Subaru |
| Model | Boxster | Leone |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1977 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 3200 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 254 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1320 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2450 mm |
