2005 Rover 25 vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Rover 25 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,396 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Rover 25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Rover 25 (83 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Rover 25 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Rover 25 weights approximately 135 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Rover 25. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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 Rover 25 (110 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Rover 25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Rover 25 | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Rover | Subaru |
| Model | 25 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1396 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |
