2008 Honda HR-V vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2008 Honda HR-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 1,595 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda HR-V weights approximately 317 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 HR-V (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Honda HR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda HR-V | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Honda | Subaru |
| Model | HR-V | Leone |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1590 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 79 HP |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2450 mm |
