1972 Subaru Leone vs. 1983 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1983 Toyota Corolla is newer by 11 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 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Toyota Corolla (75 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Subaru Leone weights approximately 110 kg more than 1983 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1972 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 Subaru Leone 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, 1983 Toyota Corolla (107 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Subaru Leone | 1983 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1983 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1360 cc | 1293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 75 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 107 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2440 mm |
