2005 Beijing BJ 2021 vs. 1975 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 is newer by 30 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 2,466 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 (111 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 weights approximately 570 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 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, 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 (180 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (121 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Beijing BJ 2021 | 1975 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Beijing | Subaru |
| Model | BJ 2021 | Leone |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1975 |
| Engine Size | 2466 cc | 1595 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4040 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2450 mm |
