1974 Subaru Leone vs. 2007 SsangYong Kyron
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Kyron is newer by 33 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Kyron is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1974 Subaru Leone. (57 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Kyron should accelerate faster than 1974 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Kyron weights approximately 1148 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.
Because 2007 SsangYong Kyron 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 2007 SsangYong Kyron. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2007 SsangYong Kyron (310 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Subaru Leone. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Kyron will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Subaru Leone. 2007 SsangYong Kyron has automatic transmission and 1974 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1974 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 SsangYong Kyron will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Subaru Leone | 2007 SsangYong Kyron | |
| Make | Subaru | SsangYong |
| Model | Leone | Kyron |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1174 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 775 kg | 1923 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2750 mm |
