2010 Subaru Legacy vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2010 Subaru Legacy is newer by 38 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Subaru Legacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Subaru Legacy (148 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Legacy weights approximately 763 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 2010 Subaru Legacy is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Subaru Legacy (350 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 256 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Subaru Legacy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone. 1972 Subaru Leone has automatic transmission and 2010 Subaru Legacy has manual transmission. 2010 Subaru Legacy will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Subaru Leone will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Subaru Legacy | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Subaru | Subaru |
| Model | Legacy | Leone |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1558 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4775 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1535 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2450 mm |
