1974 Subaru Leone vs. 1957 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1974 Subaru Leone is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,453 cc (4 cylinders), 1957 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Subaru Leone (60 HP) has 11 more horse power than 1957 Toyota Crown. (49 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1957 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Toyota Crown weights approximately 300 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Because 1974 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Toyota Crown. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1957 Toyota Crown (108 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1957 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Subaru Leone | 1957 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Crown |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1453 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 49 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2540 mm |
