1986 Subaru Leone vs. 1968 Toyota Sport 800
To start off, 1986 Subaru Leone is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Toyota Sport 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Toyota Sport 800 would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Subaru Leone is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Subaru Leone (64 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Subaru Leone should accelerate faster than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Subaru Leone weights approximately 398 kg more than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1968 Toyota Sport 800 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 1968 Toyota Sport 800. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 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, 1986 Subaru Leone (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Toyota Sport 800. (67 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Subaru Leone will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Toyota Sport 800.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Subaru Leone | 1968 Toyota Sport 800 | |
Make | Subaru | Toyota |
Model | Leone | Sport 800 |
Year Released | 1986 | 1968 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 790 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 67 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 582 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 3590 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1180 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2010 mm |