2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (138 HP) has 78 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 636 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Honda FR-V. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | FR-V | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2450 mm |
