2006 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,770 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado (175 HP) has 115 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Colorado weights approximately 800 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Chevrolet Colorado (251 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Colorado | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Colorado | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Pickup | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1750 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5270 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3210 mm | 2450 mm |
