1973 Subaru Leone vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Toyota Corolla is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,166 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Toyota Corolla (56 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1974 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 89 kg more than 1973 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Toyota Corolla is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1974 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1973 Subaru Leone (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Subaru Leone | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Leone | Corolla |
Year Released | 1973 | 1974 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1166 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 52 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1380 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2380 mm |