1977 Subaru Leone vs. 1969 Toyota Century
To start off, 1977 Subaru Leone is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Century (127 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Subaru Leone. (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 1977 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Century weights approximately 704 kg more than 1977 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1977 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1969 Toyota Century (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Subaru Leone. (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Subaru Leone | 1969 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Century |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1969 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1595 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2870 mm |
