1997 Seat Toledo vs. 1976 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1997 Seat Toledo is newer by 21 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 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Seat Toledo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Seat Toledo (89 HP) has 29 more horse power than 1976 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Seat Toledo should accelerate faster than 1976 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Seat Toledo weights approximately 255 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, 1997 Seat Toledo (145 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1997 Seat Toledo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Seat Toledo | 1976 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Seat | Subaru |
| Model | Toledo | Leone |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1780 cc | 1359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2450 mm |
