2003 Honda Stream vs. 1979 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Honda Stream is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,672 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Honda Stream is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Honda Stream (127 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Honda Stream should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Honda Stream weights approximately 490 kg more than 1979 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2003 Honda Stream (155 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 Honda Stream will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Honda Stream | 1979 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Stream | Leone |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1672 cc | 1296 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 127 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 155 Nm | 100 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 3870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2390 mm |
