2005 MCC Smart vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 MCC Smart is newer by 30 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 1,176 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 MCC Smart (60 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 MCC Smart should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Subaru Leone weights approximately 45 kg more than 2005 MCC Smart.
Because 2005 MCC Smart is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 MCC Smart. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 MCC Smart (96 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 MCC Smart will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2005 MCC Smart | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | MCC | Subaru |
Model | Smart | Leone |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Rear | Front |
Engine Size | 698 cc | 1176 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 60 HP | 57 HP |
Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 96 Nm | 94 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 775 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3440 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1200 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2450 mm |