1975 Subaru Leone vs. 2001 Toyota Avensis
To start off, 2001 Toyota Avensis is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 Toyota Avensis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Toyota Avensis (148 HP) has 88 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Avensis should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Toyota Avensis weights approximately 510 kg more than 1975 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Avensis. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1975 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, 2001 Toyota Avensis (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 98 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Avensis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 2001 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 1975 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1975 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Subaru Leone | 2001 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Avensis |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| 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 | 148 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
