2003 Skoda Fabia vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Skoda Fabia is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,422 cc (3 cylinders), 2003 Skoda Fabia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Skoda Fabia (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Skoda Fabia should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Skoda Fabia weights approximately 180 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Skoda Fabia. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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 Skoda Fabia (196 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Skoda Fabia will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
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2003 Skoda Fabia | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Skoda | Subaru |
Model | Fabia | Leone |
Year Released | 2003 | 1973 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1422 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 60 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2450 mm |