1972 Subaru Leone vs. 1989 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1989 Toyota Celica is newer by 17 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Toyota Celica (201 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (68 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Toyota Celica weights approximately 650 kg more than 1972 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, 1989 Toyota Celica (275 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Subaru Leone | 1989 Toyota Celica | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Leone | Celica |
Year Released | 1972 | 1989 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1996 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 68 HP | 201 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 103 Nm | 275 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1310 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2330 mm |