2003 Ascari KZ1 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Ascari KZ1 is newer by 28 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 4,941 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ascari KZ1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (500 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 421 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ascari KZ1 should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ascari KZ1 weights approximately 410 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 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ascari KZ1. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2003 Ascari KZ1 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 429 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Ascari KZ1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ascari KZ1 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ascari | Subaru |
| Model | KZ1 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4941 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 500 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1852 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1138 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2636 mm | 2450 mm |
