1976 Holden Torana vs. 1971 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1976 Holden Torana is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,361 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Subaru Leone (79 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1976 Holden Torana. (62 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1976 Holden Torana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Holden Torana weights approximately 80 kg more than 1971 Subaru Leone.
Because 1976 Holden Torana 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 1976 Holden Torana. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1971 Subaru Leone (109 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Holden Torana. (96 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1971 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Holden Torana.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Holden Torana | 1971 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Holden | Subaru |
| Model | Torana | Leone |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1256 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 62 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 109 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 855 kg | 775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2450 mm |
