1971 Subaru Leone vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1980 Toyota Celica is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 407 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Subaru Leone | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Celica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 79 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
