2007 Subaru Legacy vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2007 Subaru Legacy is newer by 35 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 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Subaru Legacy (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 712 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 2007 Subaru Legacy is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Legacy 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, 2007 Subaru Legacy (229 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Legacy | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | Leone |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2457 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 229 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1512 kg | 800 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
