2011 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 36 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 550 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 108 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Lancer | Leone |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2400 cc | 1593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 76 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | CVT | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1405 kg | 855 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4582 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1516 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2634 mm | 2450 mm |
