1979 Subaru Leone vs. 1963 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1979 Subaru Leone is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 1,593 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Leone (66 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1963 Toyota Publica. (29 HP @ 4300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1963 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Subaru Leone weights approximately 420 kg more than 1963 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Subaru Leone is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Toyota Publica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 1979 Subaru Leone (110 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1963 Toyota Publica. (54 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1963 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Subaru Leone | 1963 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | Subaru | Toyota |
| Model | Leone | Publica |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1963 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 697 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 66 HP | 29 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 54 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 580 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 3530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2140 mm |
