1979 Subaru Leone vs. 2012 Kia Cee'd
To start off, 2012 Kia Cee'd is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 1,975 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Kia Cee'd is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Cee'd (141 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 1979 Subaru Leone. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Cee'd should accelerate faster than 1979 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Kia Cee'd weights approximately 521 kg more than 1979 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 Kia Cee'd (187 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Subaru Leone. (100 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Cee'd will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Subaru Leone | 2012 Kia Cee'd | |
Make | Subaru | Kia |
Model | Leone | Cee'd |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1975 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 67 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 100 Nm | 187 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 820 kg | 1341 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3870 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1620 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2660 mm |