1974 Subaru Leone vs. 1968 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1974 Subaru Leone is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,174 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Toyota Corolla (59 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1968 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Subaru Leone weights approximately 75 kg more than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1968 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 1968 Toyota Corolla. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1974 Subaru Leone (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Corolla. (77 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Subaru Leone | 1968 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 1077 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 700 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2290 mm |
