1974 Subaru Leone vs. 2000 Toyota Opa
To start off, 2000 Toyota Opa is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Opa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Opa (150 HP) has 90 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Opa should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Opa weights approximately 475 kg more than 1974 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, 2000 Toyota Opa (200 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Opa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Subaru Leone | 2000 Toyota Opa | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Opa |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1361 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 150 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 200 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 1270 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2630 mm |
