2006 Acura RSX vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Acura RSX is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,999 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Acura RSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Acura RSX (155 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Acura RSX should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Acura RSX weights approximately 514 kg more than 1971 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, 2006 Acura RSX (188 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 85 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Acura RSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Acura RSX | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Acura | Subaru |
| Model | RSX | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1971 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 155 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1274 kg | 760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2450 mm |
