1975 Subaru Leone vs. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (187 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1975 Subaru Leone. (76 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe should accelerate faster than 1975 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe weights approximately 815 kg more than 1975 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, 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe (245 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Subaru Leone. (118 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Subaru Leone. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe has automatic transmission and 1975 Subaru Leone has manual transmission. 1975 Subaru Leone will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1975 Subaru Leone | 2013 Hyundai Santa Fe | |
Make | Subaru | Hyundai |
Model | Leone | Santa Fe |
Year Released | 1975 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1594 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 76 HP | 187 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 118 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 91.9 mm | 88 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 60 mm | 97 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 825 kg | 1640 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4690 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2700 mm |