1971 Subaru Leone vs. 2000 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2000 Toyota Celica is newer by 29 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Celica (189 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 121 more horse power than 1971 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1971 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Celica weights approximately 359 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.
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, 2000 Toyota Celica (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2000 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 | 2000 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Celica |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 760 kg | 1119 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2610 mm |
