2008 Honda Civic vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Honda Civic is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,686 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda Civic (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda Civic should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda Civic weights approximately 407 kg more than 1971 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, 2008 Honda Civic (220 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Honda Civic will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda Civic | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | Civic | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1182 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
