2009 Ford Focus vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2009 Ford Focus is newer by 34 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Focus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Focus (134 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Focus should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Focus weights approximately 599 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.
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, 2009 Ford Focus (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Focus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 1975 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 2009 Ford Focus has manual transmission. 2009 Ford Focus will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1975 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Focus | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Ford | Subaru |
| Model | Focus | Leone |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 320 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1454 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
