2006 Smart ForFour vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2006 Smart ForFour 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 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Smart ForFour (94 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 26 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Smart ForFour should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Smart ForFour weights approximately 100 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.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Smart ForFour. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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 Smart ForFour (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2006 Smart ForFour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Smart ForFour | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
Make | Smart | Subaru |
Model | ForFour | Leone |
Year Released | 2006 | 1972 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1332 cc | 1361 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 125 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 970 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4040 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2450 mm |