1973 Subaru Leone vs. 1982 Toyota Starlet
To start off, 1982 Toyota Starlet is newer by 9 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 1,176 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Subaru Leone (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (55 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1982 Toyota Starlet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Subaru Leone weights approximately 1 kg more than 1982 Toyota Starlet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1982 Toyota Starlet 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 1982 Toyota Starlet. 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 (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Toyota Starlet. (84 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1973 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Toyota Starlet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Subaru Leone | 1982 Toyota Starlet | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Starlet |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1176 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 55 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 774 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1530 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2310 mm |
