1998 Toyota Caldina vs. 1972 Subaru Leone
To start off, 1998 Toyota Caldina is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Toyota Caldina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Toyota Caldina (255 HP) has 195 more horse power than 1972 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina should accelerate faster than 1972 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Toyota Caldina weights approximately 675 kg more than 1972 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Toyota Caldina is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Toyota Caldina 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, 1998 Toyota Caldina (324 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1998 Toyota Caldina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Toyota Caldina | 1972 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Caldina | Leone |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1975 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 255 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2450 mm |
