2006 Ford Fusion vs. 1973 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Ford Fusion 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 1,559 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Ford Fusion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Ford Fusion (89 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (60 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Ford Fusion should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Ford Fusion weights approximately 227 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 2006 Ford Fusion. 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, 2006 Ford Fusion (204 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2006 Ford Fusion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Ford Fusion | 1973 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Fusion | Leone |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1559 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 60 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 204 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1177 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4020 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2450 mm |
