2006 Ford Focus vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Ford Focus is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Focus (113 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Focus weights approximately 497 kg more than 1972 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 Ford Focus (251 Nm @ 1850 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Focus | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1088 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 52 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1850 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1272 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2450 mm |
