1973 Subaru Leone vs. 2011 Hyundai i30
To start off, 2011 Hyundai i30 is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,991 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Hyundai i30 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Hyundai i30 (138 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1973 Subaru Leone. (52 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Hyundai i30 should accelerate faster than 1973 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Hyundai i30 weights approximately 681 kg more than 1973 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, 2011 Hyundai i30 (304 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Subaru Leone. (85 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Hyundai i30 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Subaru Leone | 2011 Hyundai i30 | |
| Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
| Model | Leone | i30 |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1088 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 52 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 304 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2710 mm |
