2006 Chevrolet Spark vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Chevrolet Spark is newer by 33 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 1,088 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Spark (65 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Spark should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Chevrolet Spark weights approximately 303 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 2006 Chevrolet Spark is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2006 Chevrolet Spark. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Spark (87 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Spark will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Spark | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Subaru |
| Model | Spark | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 995 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 65 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 87 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1078 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2450 mm |
