2012 Toyota Corolla vs. 1974 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2012 Toyota Corolla is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,800 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Corolla (132 HP) has 72 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (60 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 460 kg more than 1974 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, 2012 Toyota Corolla (173 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (94 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Toyota Corolla | 1974 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | Toyota | Subaru |
| Model | Corolla | Leone |
| Year Released | 2012 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1800 cc | 1361 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 132 HP | 60 HP |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 94 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1255 kg | 795 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1763 mm | 1510 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1466 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2601 mm | 2450 mm |
