1976 Subaru Leone vs. 1993 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Toyota Corolla is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,359 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Toyota Corolla (74 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (60 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 195 kg more than 1976 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, 1993 Toyota Corolla (111 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Subaru Leone | 1993 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1359 cc | 1330 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 60 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 111 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 795 kg | 990 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2470 mm |
