2002 Honda S2000 vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2002 Honda S2000 is newer by 30 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 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Honda S2000 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Honda S2000 (238 HP) has 178 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Honda S2000 should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Honda S2000 weights approximately 315 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda S2000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 2002 Honda S2000 (208 Nm @ 7500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Honda S2000 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda S2000 | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | S2000 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1995 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 208 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1265 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |
