2005 Ford Transit Connect vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Ford Transit Connect is newer by 33 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 1,795 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Transit Connect is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (114 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Transit Connect should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Transit Connect weights approximately 410 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 2005 Ford Transit Connect. 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, 2005 Ford Transit Connect (160 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Transit Connect will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Transit Connect | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Ford | Subaru |
Model | Transit Connect | Leone |
Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
Body Type | Panel Van | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1795 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2670 mm | 2450 mm |