2003 Subaru Legacy vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Subaru Legacy (242 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 780 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 2003 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Subaru Legacy 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 Subaru Legacy (297 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 2003 Subaru Legacy has automatic transmission and 1975 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1975 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Subaru Legacy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2003 Subaru Legacy | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Subaru | Subaru |
Model | Legacy | Leone |
Year Released | 2003 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3000 cc | 1176 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
Horse Power | 242 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 297 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1555 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4730 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |