2005 Nissan Micra vs. 1978 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Nissan Micra is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Micra (88 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1978 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Micra should accelerate faster than 1978 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Nissan Micra weights approximately 47 kg more than 1978 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1978 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Micra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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 Nissan Micra (128 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan Micra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Nissan Micra | 1978 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Nissan | Subaru |
| Model | Micra | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1386 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 66 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 128 Nm | 110 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1047 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3720 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
