2005 Nissan Micra vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra 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 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (79 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Micra weights approximately 188 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.
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, 1975 Subaru Leone (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Micra. (110 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Micra.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Nissan Micra | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Nissan | Subaru |
Model | Micra | Leone |
Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1240 cc | 1593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 76 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 110 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 91.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 78.3 mm | 60 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1043 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |